Primrose Road is in Upper Halling, Rochester and in Rochester Upon Medway district. ME2 1HX is located in the Cuxton, Halling & Riverside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochester and Strood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primrose Road, Upper Halling, Rochester, ME2 1HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME2 1HU, ME2 1HY, ME2 1HZ, ME2 1HT, ME2 1JD, ME2 1HS, ME2 1JE, ME2 1JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME2 1HX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.9% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.1% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 35.3% | 36.9% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 44.1% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.8% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 9.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.7% | 55.3% | 8.6% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 31.7% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 11.3% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 ME2 1HX this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 9.8% | -9.7% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 13.4% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 19.2% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.3% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 20.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 28.6% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.4% | 97.3% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 92.7% | 93.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 5.1% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 93.9% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 2% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Primrose Road was 67.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.7% lower than the Cuxton, Halling & Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Primrose Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Cuxton, Halling & Riverside and the 380th highest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 136.6%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Primrose Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-01-23 | £266,026 |
| 15 Primrose Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-05-18 | £334,835 |
| 15 Primrose Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-04-21 | £351,154 |
| 15 Primrose Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2017-02-03 | £308,507 |
| 9 Primrose Road, Rochester, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2014-10-03 | £407,432 |
ME2 1HX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 30 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halling Primary School Howlsmere Close , Halling ME2 1ER | 3out of 4 | 2,023 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes Holborough Lakes , Pollyfield Close ME6 5GR | 3out of 4 | 2,591 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snodland CofE Primary School Roberts Road , ME6 5HL | 3out of 4 | 2,790 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wouldham, All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School 1 Worrall Drive , Wouldham ME1 3GE | 3out of 4 | 2,816 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cuxton Community Junior School Bush Road , Cuxton ME2 1EY | 3out of 4 | 3,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | - not rated | 3,623 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | 1out of 4 | 3,675 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meopham School Wrotham Road , Meopham DA13 0AH | 4out of 4 | 5,444 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medway Green School School Lane , Wouldham ME1 3TS | - not rated | 2,880 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grow 19 LTD Wolfe Building , Malling Road ME6 5HS | - not rated | 3,623 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cobham Hall Brewers Road , Cobham DA12 3BL | - not rated | 5,075 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Medway Secure Training Centre Sir Evelyn Road , ME1 3YB | - not rated | 5,419 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Halling Recreation Ground THE STREET | grass pitches | 329 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 | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 31.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 31.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.05 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.