Melody Close is in Warden, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 4PU 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 Melody Close, Warden, Sheerness, ME12 4PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 4PQ, ME12 4PG, ME12 4PW, ME12 4PN, ME12 4NH, ME12 4NJ, ME12 4SB, ME12 4NU, ME12 4SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME12 4PU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 34.4% | 41.2% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 41.2% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.6% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 5.9% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 46.5% | 37.1% | -9.4% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34.1% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 19.3% | 7.1% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 8% | 7.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 4PU this area, 30.5% 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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.3% | 30.5% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 9.4% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 17.2% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.6% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 16.8% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 16% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 99.4% | 96.4% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.6% | 94.4% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 5% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 94.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.9% | 37.2% | 12.7% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Melody Close was 69.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.5% higher than the Minster Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Melody Close has the 18th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Minster Cliffs and the 214th highest crime rate of 453 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Melody Close, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-06-06 | £234,290 |
| 14 Melody Close, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2024-09-13 | £234,638 |
| 14 Melody Close, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2023-09-07 | £141,383 |
| 27 Melody Close, Sheerness, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-12-02 | £228,856 |
| 17 Melody Close, Sheerness, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-01-14 | £171,329 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 3,379 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterside Tavern | Warden Springs Holiday Park, Thorn Hill Road | 768 yd | |
| Chloe's Diner | Saddlebrook Club, Saddlebrook Park | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Warden Bay Public House | Jetty Road, Warden | 308 yd | |
| Saddlebrook Clubhouse | Saddlebrook Club, Saddlebrook Park | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montys | Isle Of Sheppey Holiday Village, Warden Bay Road | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warden Bay Community Centre WARDEN BAY ROAD | grass pitches | 411 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% |
| Median download speed | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.