Bay View Gardens is in Leysdown On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 4AE is located in the Sheppey East 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 Bay View Gardens, Leysdown On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 4AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 4AF, ME12 4AD, ME12 4AL, ME12 4AW, ME12 4AG, ME12 4AN, ME12 4AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME12 4AE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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% | 53% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 46% | 47% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 25.3% | 33.2% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 46.9% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 7.8% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 12% | 7.8% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.7% | 39.1% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 32% | 30.6% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 19.4% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 9% | 8.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 2.3% | -1.7% | 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.
In the area around ME12 4AE this area, 36.8% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39% | 36.8% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 18.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 16.8% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 7.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.5% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 11.8% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 13.1% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 6.4% | 1.6% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.7% | 95.9% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.7% | 96.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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% | 95.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.4% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bay View Gardens was 128.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.2% higher than the Minster Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bay View Gardens has the 12th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Minster Cliffs and the 103rd highest crime rate of 453 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point View Bay View Gardens, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2023-05-17 | £470,478 |
| Oasis Bay View Gardens, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-03-16 | £436,774 |
| 8 Bay View Gardens, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2022-09-30 | £260,343 |
| Sun Den Bay View Gardens, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-06-16 | £186,828 |
| 18 Bay View Gardens, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-02-26 | £269,953 |
ME12 4AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 4AE 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 | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastchurch Church of England Primary School Warden Road , Eastchurch ME12 4EJ | - not rated | 3,246 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chloe's Diner | Saddlebrook Club, Saddlebrook Park | 685 yd | |
| Little Groves Leisure Park | 89 Leysdown Road, Leysdown | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bayview | Bay View Hotel, 287 Leysdown Road | 160 yd | |
| Saddlebrook Clubhouse | Saddlebrook Club, Saddlebrook Park | 685 yd | |
| The Warden Bay Public House | Jetty Road, Warden | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montys | Isle Of Sheppey Holiday Village, Warden Bay Road | 710 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warden Bay Community Centre WARDEN BAY ROAD | grass pitches | 987 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 | 27.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 27.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 27.8% |
| 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 | 65.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.