Hilltop Road is in Minster On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 3NB is located in the Sheppey Central 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 Hilltop Road, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 3NB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 3JZ, ME12 3ND, ME12 3NA, ME12 3LA, ME12 3JR, ME12 3JA, ME12 3JP, ME12 3LD, ME12 3NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME12 3NB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.7% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.3% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 28.2% | 30.5% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 45.2% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4% | 4.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 12.4% | 4.5% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 41.6% | 40.7% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 35.8% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 16% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 6.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30% | 27.1% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 12.1% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 12.1% | -9.5% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 11.6% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 19.3% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 15.5% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 8.4% | 2.4% | -6.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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% | 4.1% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 94.6% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.9% | 95.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Hindu | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hilltop Road was 49.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.8% lower than the Queenborough and Halfway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hilltop Road has the 19th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Queenborough and Halfway and the 167th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hilltop Road, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £336,500 | 2021-08-12 | £391,735 |
| 12 Hilltop Road, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2019-10-17 | £311,377 |
| 5 Hilltop Road, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-08-02 | £307,125 |
| 21 Hilltop Road, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2016-10-07 | £364,052 |
| 13 Hilltop Road, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2015-05-28 | £296,783 |
ME12 3NB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ME12 3NB 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 | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thistle Hill Academy Aspen Drive , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3UD | 2out of 4 | 836 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster in Sheppey Primary School Brecon Chase , Minster ME12 2HX | 3out of 4 | 1,551 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School Chequers Road , ME12 3QU | 3out of 4 | 2,222 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Academy Unity Street , ME12 2ET | 2out of 4 | 2,628 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 | 535 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 | 950 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HCRG Care Group | Sheppey Community Hospital, Plover Road | 175 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harps Inn | Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 779 yd | |
| Sheppey Rugby Football Club | Lower Road, Minster-on-sea | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max's Traditional Fish And Chips | 29 Trafalgar Parade, The Broadway | 656 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Isle Of Sheppey Academy (Closed) Minster Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Oasis Academy Isle Of Sheppey (East Site) Minster Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 753 yd |
| Sheppey Rugby Club LOWER ROAD | grass pitches | 827 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 | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.