St Nicholas Road is in Faversham and in Swale district. ME13 7PD is located in the Watling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Faversham and Mid Kent. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Nicholas Road, Faversham, ME13 7PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME13 7PF, ME13 7PE, ME13 7PB, ME13 7NE, ME13 7PA, ME13 7PG, ME13 7NR, ME13 8TP, ME13 7NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME13 7PD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51% | 49.7% | -1.3% | 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 | 41.6% | 40.6% | -1.0% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.5% | 42.8% | 2.3% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 8.3% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 44.1% | 46.8% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 29.4% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 18.6% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 25.6% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 9.7% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.6% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 14.8% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 28.5% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 93.6% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 89.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.4% | 89.3% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 7% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 89.3% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.7% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Nicholas Road was 164.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.1% lower than the Priory average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St Nicholas Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Priory and the 72nd highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Swale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 St Nicholas Road, Faversham, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-06-24 | £246,988 |
| 91 St Nicholas Road, Faversham, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2014-08-22 | £276,382 |
| 40 St Nicholas Road, Faversham, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2013-12-04 | £201,148 |
| 85 St Nicholas Road, Faversham, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2013-09-27 | £234,962 |
| 91 St Nicholas Road, Faversham, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2012-05-25 | £249,057 |
ME13 7PD 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 | 118 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bysing Wood Primary School Lower Road , ME13 7NU | - not rated | 590 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ospringe Church of England Primary School Water Lane , Ospringe ME13 8TX | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethelbert Road Primary School Ethelbert Road , ME13 8SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Luddenham School Luddenham , ME13 0TE | 3out of 4 | 1,494 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Davington Primary School Priory Row , Davington ME13 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,529 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Abbey School London Road , ME13 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,648 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Abbey Place , ME13 7BQ | 4out of 4 | 2,205 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorenden Preparatory School Painters Forstal , Faversham ME13 0EN | - not rated | 2,253 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ISP School Castlewood Farm , Conyer Road ME9 9EA | - not rated | 4,876 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alchemy School 72 Station Road , Teynham ME9 9SN | - not rated | 5,120 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oare Gunpowder Works Country Park | Oare Gunpowder Works, Bysing Wood Road | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanic Fish Bar / Pizza Hot | 114 Lower Road, Faversham | 241 yd | |
| Ospringe Fish Bar | Fish And Chip Shop, Ospringe Road | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Superstore, Bysing Wood Road | 1,056 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bysing Wood Primary School LOWER ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 593 yd |
| King Georges Playing Field LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Syndale Park Personal Fitness Club LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 770 yd |
| Davington Priory Cricket Club GREENWAY | grass pitches | 1,013 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.