Minster Drive is in Minster On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 2LE 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 Minster Drive, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 2LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 2NB, ME12 2LA, ME12 2ND, ME12 2LF, ME12 2NQ, ME12 2LB, ME12 2NE, ME12 2JZ, ME12 2LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME12 2LE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 48.1% | 48.2% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 51.9% | 51.8% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 ME12 2LE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.4% 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 | 22.3% | 21.8% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.4% | 63.4% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 19.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 6.5% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 36.6% | 43.4% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 46.2% | 35.1% | -11.1% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 14.9% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 19.2% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 15.4% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 12.1% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 10.7% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 22.8% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.7% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.1% | 97% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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% | 96.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Minster Drive was 9.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.0% lower than the Minster Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Minster Drive has the 4th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Minster Cliffs and the 16th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Minster Drive, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-08-30 | £379,244 |
| 21 Minster Drive, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-10-23 | £297,265 |
| Jasmona Minster Drive, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2012-03-30 | £519,148 |
| Windermere Minster Drive, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2012-03-23 | £348,515 |
| 19 Minster Drive, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2011-09-16 | £353,535 |
ME12 2LE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ME12 2LE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 127 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thistle Hill Academy Aspen Drive , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3UD | 2out of 4 | 1,830 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 1,831 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School Chequers Road , ME12 3QU | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Academy Unity Street , ME12 2ET | 2out of 4 | 2,165 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,804 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 | 792 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Oyster Cafe | Cafe, Little Oyster Residential Home | 344 yd | |
| The Sweet Hut | Minster Leas Hut, The Leas | 601 yd | |
| The White House Restaurant | The White House, The Broadway | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Playa | The Leas, Minster-on-sea | 431 yd | |
| Abbey Hotel | The Abbey Hotel, The Broadway | 505 yd | |
| Minster Working Men's Club | Minster Working Mens Club, 1 Union Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 19-23 Queens Road, Minster-on-sea | 1,036 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 | 64.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 64.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 64.3% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.