Winstanley Road is in Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 2PW 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 Winstanley Road, Sheerness, ME12 2PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 2QL, ME12 2QW, ME12 2AG, ME12 2AU, ME12 2PP, ME12 2ST, ME12 2QP, ME12 2QN, ME12 2AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME12 2PW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.1% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.9% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 41.9% | 40.8% | -1.1% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.2% | 37.5% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 14.3% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| 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 | 38.2% | 51.1% | 12.9% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 27.9% | -10.0% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 14.9% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 3.7% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 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 2PW this area, 33.2% 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 17%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.3% | 33.2% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 15.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 11.8% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 15.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 16.6% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 17% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 7.4% | 2.2% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.9% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 95.6% | 89.1% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 9.6% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 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 | 94.9% | 89.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 6.2% | 5.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.7% | 76.7% | -14.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 8% | 0.9% | 7.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.7% | 13.5% | 13.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.4% | 37.2% | 13.2% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winstanley Road was 32.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.3% lower than the Sheerness average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winstanley Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Sheerness and the 97th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Winstanley Road, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-09-05 | £215,000 |
| 47 Winstanley Road, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-08-15 | £217,129 |
| 67 Winstanley Road, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-04-25 | £243,216 |
| 81 Winstanley Road, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2024-11-29 | £215,508 |
| 63 Winstanley Road, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-07-01 | £243,971 |
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Street Primary School Rose Street , ME12 1AW | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Academy Unity Street , ME12 2ET | 2out of 4 | 601 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Catholic Primary School New Road , ME12 1BW | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Minster Primary School St George's Avenue , ME12 1ET | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 1,903 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 | 2,541 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 | 2,773 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 Cafe | 240-248 High Street, Sheerness | 178 yd | |
| Sheerness Salvation Army | Salvation Army Hall, 163 High Street | 315 yd | |
| Age UK Sheppey | Rosemary House, 43 Trinity Road | 339 yd | |
| Amanda Janes Tea Company | 126 High Street, Sheerness | 442 yd | |
| Rumour | 109 High Street, Sheerness | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head | 264 High Street, Sheerness | 153 yd | |
| The Castle Tavern | 210 High Street, Sheerness | 236 yd | |
| The Pilot's Rest | 193 High Street, Sheerness | 251 yd | |
| The Rendezvous Bar | 190 High Street, Sheerness | 312 yd | |
| The United Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, 1 St Georges Avenue | 330 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheerness Fish Bar | 203 High Street, Sheerness | 256 yd | |
| Sheppey Grill | 207-209 High Street, Sheerness | 256 yd | |
| Spice Island | 205 High Street, Sheerness | 256 yd | |
| Miramar Chinese Foods | 2 Clyde Street, Sheerness | 307 yd | |
| Choi's Chinese Food Takeaway | 171 High Street, Sheerness | 338 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 110 - 116 High Street, Sheerness | 459 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 3, 90 - 102 High Street | 459 yd | |
| Tesco | Bridge Road, Sheerness | 891 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Isle Of Sheppey Academy (West Site) (Closed) Jefferson Road | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Oasis Academy Isle Of Sheppey (West Site) Marine Parade | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Sheppey Leisure Complex BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 678 yd |
| Rose Street Primary School ROSE STREET | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Inshape & Body Care (Closed) THE TREADMILL THE TREADMILL RAILWAY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 892 yd |
| Sheerness Driving Range (Closed) Halfway Road | golf | 941 yd |
| Festival Playing Field New Road | grass pitches | 1,020 yd |
| Co-Op Sports And Social Club ST. GEORGES AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,033 yd |
| Seager Road Sports Ground Seager Road | grass pitches | 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 | 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 | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.