Nutts Avenue is in Leysdown On Sea, Sheerness and in Swale district. ME12 4QH 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 Nutts Avenue, Leysdown On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 4QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME12 4RQ, ME12 4RD, ME12 4QQ, ME12 4QJ, ME12 4QZ, ME12 4QN, ME12 4QR, ME12 4QY, ME12 4RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME12 4QH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 43.6% | 47.3% | 3.7% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 56.4% | 52.7% | -3.7% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 28.4% | 31.6% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.7% | 31.6% | 3.9% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 9.7% | 6.6% | -3.1% | 2.2% | 4.4% |
| Divorced | 17.4% | 16% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 16.1% | 12.7% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 (53.9%) 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 | 16.4% | 21.9% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -26.5% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 32% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 33.3% | 26.3% | -7.0% | 12.7% | 13.6% |
| Bad health | 14.5% | 14% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 10.0% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 4.5% |
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 4QH this area, 53.8% 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 11.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 61.3% | 53.8% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 35.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 6.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.7% | 10% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 2.6% | 6.2% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -10.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.1% | 11.4% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -22.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 89.8% | -9.0% | 81.4% | 8.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 100% | 92.5% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 92.5% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nutts Avenue was 211.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 229.6% higher than the Minster Cliffs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nutts Avenue has the 7th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Minster Cliffs and the 48th highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 113.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Side Nutts Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2019-04-05 | £261,774 |
| Sunny Side Nutts Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2013-01-23 | £250,520 |
| Sunny Side Nutts Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2007-03-28 | £276,159 |
| Woodside Nutts Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2006-01-06 | £278,625 |
| Woodside Nutts Avenue, Sheerness, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2004-03-31 | £256,957 |
The percentage of retired residents living in ME12 4QH 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 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Education | 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 | 4,846 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodys | 3 The Promenade, Leysdown | 145 yd | |
| Nicolas Kitchen | 35 The Promenade, Leysdown | 171 yd | |
| Neptunes Beach Cafe | Shellness Road, Leysdown-on-sea | 199 yd | |
| Jungle Jimmies | Jimmy Gs, The Promenade | 209 yd | |
| Paul's Pie And Mash | 40-42 Leysdown Road, Leysdown | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose And Crown | 6 Leysdown Road, Leysdown | 50 yd | |
| Priory Club | Priory Hill Holiday Park, Wing Road | 154 yd | |
| Southbank Club | Park Avenue Holiday Camp, Park Avenue | 321 yd | |
| Corrigan's | 60-64 Leysdown Road, Leysdown | 372 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallegos Peri Peri | 10A Leysdown Road, Leysdown | 128 yd | |
| K K Chinese | 16 Leysdown Road, Leysdown | 156 yd | |
| Slush Factory | Jimmy Gs, The Promenade | 209 yd | |
| TCB Treatz | Leysdown Market, The Promenade | 211 yd | |
| Pizza And Kebab | 66-68 Leysdown Road, Leysdown | 247 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.