Addington Road is in Sittingbourne and in Swale district. ME10 1HU is located in the Homewood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sittingbourne and Sheppey. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Addington Road, Sittingbourne, ME10 1HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME10 1EG, ME10 1HT, ME10 1HS, ME10 1DZ, ME10 1JW, ME10 1HX, ME10 1DY, ME10 1JA, ME10 1EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME10 1HU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 49.6% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50.4% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around ME10 1HU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.6% | 43.6% | -1.0% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 41.5% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 9.9% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 1.8% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50% | 48.9% | -1.1% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 38.3% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 9.9% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 1.9% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.1% | 12% | -13.1% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 12.6% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 15.9% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.9% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 23.7% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 26.1% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.2% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
In this area, 94.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 94.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 93.2% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 5.3% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Addington Road was 91.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 173.0% higher than the Homewood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Addington Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Homewood and the 153rd highest crime rate of 452 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Addington Road, Sittingbourne, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2014-07-14 | £262,215 |
ME10 1HU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 135 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Education | 31 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homewood Infant School Johnson Road , ME10 1JS | - not rated | 578 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School West Ridge , ME10 1UJ | - not rated | 658 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School West Ridge , ME10 1UJ | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodgrove Primary School Homewood Avenue , ME10 1XN | - not rated | 677 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands Primary School Homewood Avenue , ME10 1XN | - not rated | 677 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borden Grammar School Avenue of Remembrance , ME10 4DB | - not rated | 374 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Borden Grammar School Avenue of Remembrance , ME10 4DB | 3out of 4 | 374 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Highsted Grammar School Highsted Road , ME10 4PT | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Highsted Grammar School Highsted Road , ME10 4PT | - not rated | 780 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Fulston Manor School Brenchley Road , ME10 4EG | 2out of 4 | 835 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swale Inclusion Service Ufton Lane , ME10 1JB | - not rated | 159 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swale Centre Ufton Lane , ME10 1JB | - not rated | 193 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nativity School West Street , ME10 1AE | - not rated | 381 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ALP Sittingbourne 60 , Bell ME10 4HE | - not rated | 798 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| VTC Independent School Unit 2 , Centre 2000 ME10 3DZ | - not rated | 1,211 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eatery | 2A William Street, Sittingbourne | 315 yd | |
| Maharani Indian Restaurant | 24 West Street, Sittingbourne | 362 yd | |
| The Fenner Frost Foundation | 30 West Street, Sittingbourne | 362 yd | |
| The Cafe | Swallows Leisure Centre, Central Avenue | 389 yd | |
| Wimpy | 121A High Street, Sittingbourne | 390 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Tavern | Park Road, Sittingbourne | 57 yd | |
| The Golden Hope | The Court House, 1 Park Road | 246 yd | |
| The Ypres Tavern | Ypres Tavern, 22 West Street | 362 yd | |
| Donna's Ale House | 20 West Street, Sittingbourne | 376 yd | |
| The Vineyard | 6-10 West Street, Sittingbourne | 381 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aida Grill House Limited | 59 West Street, Sittingbourne | 346 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 3 West Street, Sittingbourne | 354 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | Front, 9 West Street | 354 yd | |
| Ossies Fish Bar | 58 West Street, Sittingbourne | 355 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 76-78 West Street, Sittingbourne | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Sittingbourne, 52 West Street | 355 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Avenue Of Remembrance | 388 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse By Iceland | Unit 2, Princes Street Retail Park | 660 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Chalkwell Road | 677 yd | |
| Co-op | 1 - 2 The Parade, Northwood Drive | 830 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne Recreation Ground ALBANY ROAD | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Borden Grammar School AVENUE OF REMEMBRANCE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 372 yd |
| Swallows Leisure Centre CENTRAL AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 393 yd |
| Westlands Primary School HOMEWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 617 yd |
| St Peter'S Catholic Primary School WEST RIDGE | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| The Appleyard THE FIELDINGS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 710 yd |
| Highsted Grammar School HIGHSTED ROAD | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Fulston Manor School BRENCHLEY ROAD | 827 yd | |
| Snap Fitness (Sittingbourne) ST. MICHAELS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 926 yd |
| Newhouse Sports & Youth Centre 93-97 93-97 CHALKWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 950 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.