medway ME12 Postcodes
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Medway (ME12)
The ME12 postcode area is located in the Medway postcode town region, within the county of Kent, and contains a total of 1153 individual postcodes.
There are 26 electoral wards in the ME12 postcode area, including Aylesford, Chatham, Faversham, Gillingham, Maidstone, Queenborough, Rochester, Sheerness, Sittingbourne, Snodland, West Malling which come under the local authority of the Swale Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 10% of people in ME12 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of ME12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The ME12 postcode is located in the district of Sittingbourne & Milton in Kent, South East England. It encompasses the towns and villages of Minster, Sheerness and Iwade.
Minster is a small coastal town in the eastern part of the postcode area, with a population of around 4,000 people. It has a historic high street, which includes restaurants, pubs and shops. The area is home to pretty green spaces including Jubilee Wood and The Four Parishes Woodland.
Sheerness is a large coastal town located in the north of the ME12 postcode area. It is one of the oldest holiday resorts in the UK and has a beautiful, sandy beach. It is home to a variety of entertainment and leisure activities such as petting zoo, crazy golf and a leisure centre. The town is especially popular for its historical buildings, such as the 100-year-old Yates House and Sheerness Dockyard.
Iwade is a village situated close to Sheerness, which is known for its peaceful and picturesque surroundings. It has multiple green spaces including Iwade Community Nature Reserve and Iwade Saltings Nature Reserve, as well as family friendly activities like a guided tour of a rare-breed farm.
Culture and education are also key parts of the ME12 postcode district. Sittingbourne hosts a variety of galleries, theatres and museums, including the Milton Creek Country Park Museum and an educational science centre. It is also home to several schools and further education establishments.
Transport in and around the ME12 area is mainly provided by bus services and the Sittingbourne railway station, which connects to London, Canterbury and other destinations. It also has the Sheppey Crossing, a bridge which links the Isle of Sheppey and mainland Kent.
The postcode district is also thriving with employment opportunities, mainly from the service and industrial sectors. Some of the main employers include Sheerness Steel Works, Swale Borough Council and the Ministry of Defence.
The ME12 area is a great place to call home as it offers a balance of town and country life, as well as rich, cultural experiences for its inhabitants.
Demographics
Kent
ME12 is located in the county of Kent, in England.
Kent has a total population of 1,820,400, making it the 6th largest county in the UK.
Kent has a total area of 1443 square miles, and a population density of 486 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | ME12 |
| Postal Town | Medway |
| MSOA Name | Swale 001 |
| LSOA Name | Swale 001A |
| County | Kent |
| Region | Kent |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Swale |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
ME12 Electoral Wards
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Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 10% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.