Rosemary Avenue is in Minster On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 3HT is located in the Queenborough and Halfway 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 Rosemary Avenue, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 3HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 3DD, ME12 3HU, ME12 3EX, ME12 3DB, ME12 3HX, ME12 3EY, ME12 3DX, ME12 3DF, ME12 3DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME12 3HT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 53.1% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 45.3% | 46.9% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 18.6% | 17.1% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -20.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 48.8% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 14.7% | 7.5% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 18.5% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 12.4% |
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 | 25.1% | 35% | 9.9% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 42.4% | 36.2% | -6.2% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 23.5% | 19.1% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 6.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 3HT this area, 32.7% 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 14.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.4% | 32.7% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 14.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 11.8% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 5.4% | 13.7% | 8.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 9.5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 13.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 14.2% | -2.1% | 33.8% | -19.6% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.3% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 98.4% | 95.1% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.9% | 95.1% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 95.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rosemary Avenue was 120.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.7% higher than the Queenborough and Halfway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rosemary Avenue has the 13th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Queenborough and Halfway and the 109th highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Rosemary Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £291,000 | 2025-09-25 | £291,000 |
| 20 Rosemary Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-06-14 | £396,325 |
| 37 Rosemary Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £269,500 | 2024-06-14 | £284,826 |
| 5 Rosemary Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-06-24 | £257,870 |
| 28 Rosemary Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-06-14 | £347,708 |
The percentage of retired residents living in ME12 3HT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queenborough School and Nursery Edward Road , ME11 5DF | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Minster Primary School St George's Avenue , ME12 1ET | 3out of 4 | 1,770 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Academy Unity Street , ME12 2ET | 2out of 4 | 2,089 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Catholic Primary School New Road , ME12 1BW | 3out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,186 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 | 2,183 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mem's Mezze | Halfway House, Halfway Road | 623 yd | |
| Mr India Restaurant | 2 Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 642 yd | |
| Koh-I-Noor Indian Restaurant | 6A Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 674 yd | |
| Halfway Grill | 6 Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 674 yd | |
| Dragon Palace Inn | 27-33 Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheppey Sports Club | Canning Town Sports Club, Queenborough Road | 233 yd | |
| Sheerness East Working Men's Club | 47 Queenborough Road, Halfway | 333 yd | |
| The Shisha Bar | 2 Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 642 yd | |
| The Heritage | 17-19 Minster Road, Minster-On-Sea | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halfway Chinese | 3 Queenborough Road, Halfway | 581 yd | |
| Halfway Pizza | 9 Queenborough Road, Halfway | 581 yd | |
| Ministry Of Spice Limited / Taste Of India | 9A Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 653 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sheerness East Working Mens Club QUEENBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 330 yd |
| Holm Park QUEENBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 332 yd |
| Sheppey Sports Club QUEENBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Danley Middle School (Closed) Halfway Road | grass pitches | 806 yd |
| Halfway Houses Primary School DANLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| Oasis Academy Isle Of Sheppey (East Site) Minster Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 966 yd |
| Isle Of Sheppey Academy (Closed) Minster Road | artificial grass pitch, 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.