Rose Street is in Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 1AW is located in the Sheerness 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 Rose Street, Sheerness, ME12 1AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 1AJ, ME12 1QL, ME12 1QD, ME12 1PT, ME12 1AL, ME12 1EA, ME12 1PY, ME12 1PP, ME12 1UA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME12 1AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 51.7% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.8% | 48.3% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 ME12 1AW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.2% 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 | 37.3% | 48.2% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.1% | 24.3% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -19.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 19.2% | 17.6% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 34.7% | 36.9% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 35.8% | -5.8% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 19.6% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around ME12 1AW this area, 29.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.4% | 29.6% | -0.8% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 16.1% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 12.2% | -7.8% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 16.8% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 16.1% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 10.4% | 4.3% | -6.1% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| White | 95.8% | 88.8% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 7.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 78.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 78.2% | -10.4% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| European Union | 6.9% | 9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 4.2% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 3.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 6.4% | 4.0% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 78% | -10.6% | 83.2% | -5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 11.4% | 8.7% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 4.8% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 1.9% | -2.0% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.5% | 76.7% | -17.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rose Street was 557.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 185.6% higher than the Sheerness average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rose Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Sheerness and the 11th highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 197.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Rose Street, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2019-04-03 | £197,400 |
| 76 Rose Street, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2018-10-19 | £130,965 |
| 74 Rose Street, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2016-12-02 | £136,326 |
| 72 Rose Street, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2007-08-20 | £223,148 |
| 80 Rose Street, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2005-06-01 | £205,877 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Street Primary School Rose Street , ME12 1AW | 3out of 4 | 139 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Catholic Primary School New Road , ME12 1BW | 3out of 4 | 168 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Minster Primary School St George's Avenue , ME12 1ET | 3out of 4 | 975 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Academy Unity Street , ME12 2ET | 2out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 2,427 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey Minster Road , ME12 3JQ | 2out of 4 | 3,068 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elliott Park School 18-20 Marina Drive , Minster-on-Sea ME12 2DP | - not rated | 3,413 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Cottage Tea Garden | Sheerness Heritage Trust, 10 Rose Street | 76 yd | |
| The Light House Coffee Shop | United Reformed Church, Hope Street | 198 yd | |
| Arizona Diner | 65 High Street, Sheerness | 233 yd | |
| Rumour | 109 High Street, Sheerness | 247 yd | |
| Beano Cafe | 97 - 99 High Street, Sheerness | 247 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle And Lion | The Belle And Lion, 22 - 24 High Street | 282 yd | |
| The Goat Inn | 6-8 High Street, Sheerness | 312 yd | |
| The Royal Hotel | Royal Hotel, 29 Broadway | 334 yd | |
| The Rendezvous Bar | 190 High Street, Sheerness | 360 yd | |
| The United Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, 1 St Georges Avenue | 386 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Spice | 7 Rose Street, Sheerness | 76 yd | |
| Masala Reef | 4 Hope Street, West Of Millennium Way | 198 yd | |
| Sheerness Turkish Meze And Mangal | 95 High Street, Sheerness | 217 yd | |
| Subway | 77 High Street, Sheerness | 217 yd | |
| New China | New China Takeaway, 28 Russell Street | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 110 - 116 High Street, Sheerness | 266 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 3, 90 - 102 High Street | 266 yd | |
| Tesco | Bridge Road, Sheerness | 398 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Street Primary School ROSE STREET | grass pitches | 78 yd |
| Inshape & Body Care (Closed) THE TREADMILL THE TREADMILL RAILWAY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 225 yd |
| Festival Playing Field New Road | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Sheppey Leisure Complex BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 443 yd |
| Co-Op Sports And Social Club ST. GEORGES AVENUE | grass pitches | 833 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.