Elmway is in Eastchurch, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 4JP 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 Elmway, Eastchurch, Sheerness, ME12 4JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 4JW, ME12 4JR, ME12 4JU, ME12 4JT, ME12 4JS, ME12 4ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME12 4JP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 28.9% | 18.4% | -10.5% | 37.9% | -19.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 50% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4% | 5.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 15.4% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 9.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 (61.4%) 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 | 34.9% | 31.1% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -17.3% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 30.3% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 26.4% | 26.8% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 14.1% |
| Bad health | 6% | 7.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 4JP this area, 38% 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 15.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.3% | 38% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 19.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 15.8% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 7.3% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 9.8% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 10.7% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 15.8% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -18.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.6% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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% | 95.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 94.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmway was 147.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 124.3% higher than the Minster Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elmway has the 10th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Minster Cliffs and the 80th highest crime rate of 453 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dingley Dell Elmway, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-09-30 | £219,554 |
| Peternel Elmway, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-07-15 | £204,995 |
| 6 Elmway, Sheerness, Kent Other, an established residential building | £5,000 | 2019-08-13 | £5,360 |
| Peternel Elmway, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2009-05-01 | £196,128 |
| Dingley Dell Elmway, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £39,995 | 2000-07-14 | £149,224 |
ME12 4JP 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 4JP 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 | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,513 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School Chequers Road , ME12 3QU | 3out of 4 | 3,704 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster in Sheppey Primary School Brecon Chase , Minster ME12 2HX | 3out of 4 | 4,526 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thistle Hill Academy Aspen Drive , Minster-on-Sea ME12 3UD | 2out of 4 | 5,151 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palms Bistro | Palm Trees Caravan Park, Warden Road | 624 yd | |
| Shurland Dale Holiday Park Ltd | Shurland Dale Holiday Park, Warden Road | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Leisure Park Ltd | Caravan Elmhurst Caravan Park, Second Avenue | 158 yd | |
| The Dickens Inn | Dickens Inn, Fourth Avenue | 345 yd | |
| Sunnymead Club | Eastchurch Holiday Camp, Fourth Avenue | 345 yd | |
| Retreat Club | The Retreat Camp, Warden Road | 541 yd | |
| Palm Club - Bar | Palm Trees Caravan Park, Warden Road | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel's Kitchen | Eastchurch Holiday Camp, Fourth Avenue | 345 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.