Oak Lane is in Minster On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 3QW 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 Oak Lane, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 3QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 3QT, ME12 3QN, ME12 3QP, ME12 3QA, ME12 3SH, ME12 3QZ, ME12 3QY, ME12 3QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME12 3QW 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 | 52.8% | 51.7% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.2% | 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 | 29.4% | 34% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 48.8% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 6.6% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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% | 37% | -8.0% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 40.1% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 17.2% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.7% | 27.7% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 12.5% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 11.6% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 17.8% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 18.2% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 6.2% | 5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.8% | 95.5% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 95.5% | 98% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 98% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Lane was 76.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.9% higher than the Minster Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Lane has the 20th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Minster Cliffs and the 200th highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Trees Oak Lane, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £387,500 | 2024-03-06 | £413,978 |
| Sea Winds Oak Lane, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2022-05-05 | £526,933 |
| Coppers Oak Lane, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-02-12 | £490,193 |
| Marley Oak Lane, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-01-25 | £335,523 |
| New Barn Cottage Oak Lane, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £286,500 | 2016-08-04 | £392,493 |
ME12 3QW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School Chequers Road , ME12 3QU | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster in Sheppey Primary School Brecon Chase , Minster ME12 2HX | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thistle Hill Academy Aspen Drive , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3UD | 2out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastchurch Church of England Primary School Warden Road , Eastchurch ME12 4EJ | - not rated | 3,269 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway Houses Primary School Danley Road , ME12 3AP | 3out of 4 | 3,351 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 | 2,970 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 | 2,042 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 Abbey Cake Shop | 1 Chapel Street, Minster-on-sea | 825 yd | |
| Spice Of India | 10 High Street, Minster-on-sea | 921 yd | |
| Banks Restaurant | 428 Minster Road, Minster-on-sea | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Leas Club | Golden Leas Holiday Park, Bell Farm Lane | 873 yd | |
| Charisma Cocktail Bar | Kings Arms, 2 High Street | 940 yd | |
| The Highlanders | Highlander, 13 High Street | 952 yd | |
| Minster Working Men's Club | Minster Working Mens Club, 1 Union Road | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hundal Kebab House Limited | 29 High Street, Minster-on-sea | 940 yd | |
| Miramar | 4 High Street, Minster-on-sea | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 19-23 Queens Road, Minster-on-sea | 964 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St George'S Church Of England Primary School CHEQUERS ROAD | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Gilbert Hall Off Chequers Road | grass pitches | 619 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 | 6.3% |
| 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 | 59.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.