The Broadway is in Minster On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 2DF is located in the Minster Cliffs 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 The Broadway, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 2DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 2FH, ME12 2DA, ME12 2DG, ME12 2FB, ME12 2FG, ME12 2FD, ME12 2FA, ME12 2BF, ME12 2DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME12 2DF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 53.5% | 49.9% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 46.5% | 50.1% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.2% | 34.1% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 48% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 9.2% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 5.9% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 30.3% | 44% | 13.7% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 38.1% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 24% | 12.5% | -11.5% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 5.4% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 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.
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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.3% | 25.1% | -17.2% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 10.7% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 16.6% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 22.1% | 14.2% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 15.9% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 97.3% | 93.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 93.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.9% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Broadway was 85.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.1% higher than the Minster Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Broadway has the 19th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Minster Cliffs and the 171st highest crime rate of 452 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Green Minster Park The Broadway, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2011-06-22 | £55,371 |
| 15 Hazel Grove Minster Park The Broadway, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £17,995 | 2010-11-12 | £32,928 |
ME12 2DF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minster in Sheppey Primary School Brecon Chase , Minster ME12 2HX | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster in Sheppey Primary School Brecon Chase , Minster ME12 2HX | - not rated | 1,533 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Academy Unity Street , ME12 2ET | - not rated | 1,880 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Primary School Unity Street , ME12 2ET | 3out of 4 | 1,880 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 1,932 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EKC Sheppey Secondary Marine Parade , ME12 2BE | - not rated | 1,771 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Minster Minster Road , ME12 3JQ | - not rated | 2,025 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster College Minster Road , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3JQ | - not rated | 2,025 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey Minster Road , ME12 3JQ | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyne Middle School Jefferson Road , ME12 2PU | - not rated | 1,877 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Danley Middle School Halfway Road , ME12 3AU | - not rated | 1,986 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Elmley Dray School 18-20 Marina Drive , Minster-on-Sea ME12 2DP | - not rated | 1,181 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nore Academy Danley Road , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3AP | - not rated | 1,991 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hythe House Education 19 Marine Parade , ME12 2AP | - not rated | 2,258 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Threshold Learning Centre The Gateway , Rushenden Road ME11 5HX | - not rated | 4,922 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White House Restaurant | The White House, The Broadway | 162 yd | |
| The Sweet Hut | Minster Leas Hut, The Leas | 219 yd | |
| The Little Oyster Cafe | Cafe, Little Oyster Residential Home | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Hotel | The Abbey Hotel, The Broadway | 151 yd | |
| The Playa | The Leas, Minster-on-sea | 335 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.