Haysel is in Sittingbourne and in Swale district. ME10 4QE is located in the Woodstock 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 Haysel, Sittingbourne, ME10 4QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME10 4QD, ME10 4UR, ME10 4UP, ME10 4QF, ME10 4UQ, ME10 4UW, ME10 4QH, ME10 4UG, ME10 4PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME10 4QE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.6% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of ME10 4QE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.3% | 22% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 64.3% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 20.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 6.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 5.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.9% | 43.3% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 45.4% | 34.7% | -10.7% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 18.1% | 8.8% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 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 | 13.6% | 16.5% | 2.9% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7.9% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23% | 16.5% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 9.5% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.7% | 19.8% | 1.1% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 27.7% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 96.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.6% | 95% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95.7% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 64.3% | 46.2% | 18.1% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Haysel was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Homewood average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.4%.

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 Haysel, Sittingbourne, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £426,000 | 2021-09-24 | £468,105 |
| 30 Haysel, Sittingbourne, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2020-01-09 | £237,764 |
| 1 Haysel, Sittingbourne, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2018-09-14 | £446,186 |
| 17 Haysel, Sittingbourne, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2015-03-19 | £419,655 |
| 16 Haysel, Sittingbourne, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2011-12-02 | £448,292 |
ME10 4QE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ME10 4QE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Avenue Primary School South Avenue , ME10 4SU | 3out of 4 | 498 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Avenue Infant School South Avenue , ME10 4SU | - not rated | 498 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Avenue Junior School South Avenue , ME10 4SU | - not rated | 568 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Avenue Junior School South Avenue , ME10 4SU | - not rated | 568 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canterbury Road Primary School School Road , ME10 4SE | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulston Manor School Brenchley Road , ME10 4EG | 2out of 4 | 445 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulston Manor School Brenchley Road , ME10 4EG | - not rated | 445 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highsted Grammar School Highsted Road , ME10 4PT | 3out of 4 | 459 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Highsted Grammar School Highsted Road , ME10 4PT | - not rated | 459 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Borden Grammar School Avenue of Remembrance , ME10 4DB | - not rated | 908 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALP Sittingbourne 60 , Bell ME10 4HE | - not rated | 696 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Threshold Learning Centre 1b Bayford Road , ME10 3AD | - not rated | 911 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| VTC Independent School Unit 2 , Centre 2000 ME10 3DZ | - not rated | 998 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowfield School Swanstree Avenue , ME10 4NL | - not rated | 1,038 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nativity School West Street , ME10 1AE | - not rated | 1,094 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Avenue | South Avenue Primary School, South Avenue | 553 yd | |
| Humayra Indian And Bangladeshi | 4 The Parade, Northwood Drive | 639 yd | |
| Net Church / Swale Food Bank | 95 East Street, Sittingbourne | 862 yd | |
| Empress Of India | 24 East Street, Sittingbourne | 864 yd | |
| BG's Cafe | 10 East Street, Sittingbourne | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Appleyard | Uk Social And Recreation Club, Avenue Of Remembrance | 820 yd | |
| The Yellow Stocks Ltd | 22A High Street, Sittingbourne | 1,019 yd | |
| The George | 41 High Street, Sittingbourne | 1,037 yd | |
| The Appleyard Sports Ground | Sports Ground, Gore Court Road | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Woks | 3 The Parade, Northwood Drive | 639 yd | |
| La Pizzeria | 20 East Street, Sittingbourne | 864 yd | |
| Sittingbourne Kebab House | 66 East Street, Sittingbourne | 864 yd | |
| Red Goa | 163 East Street, Sittingbourne | 876 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 173 East Street, Sittingbourne | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 - 2 The Parade, Northwood Drive | 639 yd | |
| Aldi | East Street, Sittingbourne | 862 yd | |
| Tesco | 1 Canterbury Road, Sittingbourne | 908 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Avenue Of Remembrance | 960 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highsted Grammar School HIGHSTED ROAD | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Fulston Manor School BRENCHLEY ROAD | 447 yd | |
| Rectory Playing Field Rectory Road | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Swale Martial Arts Club EAST STREET | 891 yd | |
| Borden Grammar School AVENUE OF REMEMBRANCE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 912 yd |
| Sittingbourne Recreation Ground ALBANY ROAD | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| The Appleyard THE FIELDINGS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 994 yd |
| Swallows Leisure Centre CENTRAL AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,012 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Sittingbourne) ST. MICHAELS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,063 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% |
| Median download speed | 53.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.