Barton Hill Drive is in Minster On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 3ND 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 Barton Hill Drive, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 3ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 3NB, ME12 3NN, ME12 3NA, ME12 3NW, ME12 3JW, ME12 3JP, ME12 3JR, ME12 3NX, ME12 3NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME12 3ND 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 Barton Hill Drive was 49.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.4% lower than the Queenborough and Halfway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barton Hill Drive has the 16th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Queenborough and Halfway and the 164th lowest crime rate of 452 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Barton Hill Drive, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2025-06-13 | £167,627 |
| 123 Barton Hill Drive, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2025-01-24 | £200,209 |
| 99 Barton Hill Drive, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-08-30 | £202,969 |
| 109 Barton Hill Drive, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-08-04 | £339,928 |
| 93 Barton Hill Drive, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-07-04 | £192,362 |
ME12 3ND 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 3ND 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 | - not rated | 682 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 1,357 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Southdown Road , ME12 3BE | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster in Sheppey Primary School Brecon Chase , Minster ME12 2HX | 3out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster in Sheppey Primary School Brecon Chase , Minster ME12 2HX | - not rated | 1,541 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Academy Minster Minster Road , ME12 3JQ | - not rated | 642 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster College Minster Road , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3JQ | - not rated | 642 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey Minster Road , ME12 3JQ | - not rated | 726 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| EKC Sheppey Secondary Marine Parade , ME12 2BE | - not rated | 2,907 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danley Middle School Halfway Road , ME12 3AU | - not rated | 1,334 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheyne Middle School Jefferson Road , ME12 2PU | - not rated | 2,961 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Elmley Dray School 18-20 Marina Drive , Minster-on-Sea ME12 2DP | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nore Academy Danley Road , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3AP | - not rated | 1,334 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hythe House Education 19 Marine Parade , ME12 2AP | - not rated | 3,339 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Threshold Learning Centre The Gateway , Rushenden Road ME11 5HX | - not rated | 3,562 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | 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 | 124 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheppey Rugby Football Club | Lower Road, Minster-on-sea | 776 yd | |
| Harps Inn | Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max's Traditional Fish And Chips | 29 Trafalgar Parade, The Broadway | 751 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sheppey Rugby Club LOWER ROAD | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| Oasis Academy Isle Of Sheppey (East Site) Minster Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 791 yd |
| Isle Of Sheppey Academy (Closed) Minster Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 807 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 | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.