The Broadway is in Minster On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 2RT 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 2RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 2SA, ME12 2DU, ME12 2RY, ME12 2DP, ME12 2RU, ME12 2DJ, ME12 2DY, ME12 2JJ, ME12 2DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME12 2RT 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 | 53.8% | 49.9% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 46.2% | 50.1% | 3.9% | 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 | 35.4% | 37.6% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 43.4% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 3.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 11% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4.5% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 45.4% | 42.8% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 36.1% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 13.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 4.2% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.6% | 23.4% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 18.3% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 8.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 15.5% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 18.6% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 16.2% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 6.7% | 1.4% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 94.9% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 97.7% | 94.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 96.9% | 94.4% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 49.9% | 46.2% | 3.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Broadway was 5.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.0% lower than the Minster Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
The Broadway has the lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Minster Cliffs and the 6th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45A The Broadway, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-05-29 | £301,399 |
| 74 The Broadway, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-04-08 | £322,928 |
| 63 The Broadway, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-12-16 | £318,681 |
| 65 The Broadway, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2021-11-05 | £410,417 |
| 88 The Broadway, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-09-14 | £314,971 |
ME12 2RT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 944 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thistle Hill Academy Aspen Drive , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3UD | 2out of 4 | 1,273 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 1,371 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School Chequers Road , ME12 3QU | 3out of 4 | 1,832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Academy Unity Street , ME12 2ET | 2out of 4 | 2,199 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 | 1,190 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 | 132 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 | 965 yd | |
| Banks Restaurant | 428 Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harps Inn | Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 559 yd | |
| Abbey Hotel | The Abbey Hotel, The Broadway | 961 yd | |
| Minster Working Men's Club | Minster Working Mens Club, 1 Union Road | 984 yd | |
| The Playa | The Leas, Minster-on-sea | 1,071 yd | |
| The Highlanders | Highlander, 13 High Street | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max's Traditional Fish And Chips | 29 Trafalgar Parade, The Broadway | 513 yd | |
| Miramar | 4 High Street, Minster-on-sea | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 19-23 Queens Road, Minster-on-sea | 1,067 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 | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.