Grove Road is in Upper Halling, Rochester and in Rochester Upon Medway district. ME2 1HZ 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 Grove Road, Upper Halling, Rochester, ME2 1HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME2 1HY, ME2 1HX, ME2 1JD, ME2 1JE, ME2 1HU, ME2 1JB, ME2 1HT, ME2 1HS, ME2 1JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME2 1HZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.2% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.8% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around ME2 1HZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.3% | 51.5% | 16.2% | 37.9% | 13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 30.2% | -15.7% | 44.2% | -14.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 13.9% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 2% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 | 46.7% | 50% | 3.3% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 31.4% | -6.8% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 13.6% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.9% | 2.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 17.1% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.2% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 13.2% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.3% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 23.4% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 28.8% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 4.3% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.4% | 89% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 7.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 92.7% | 89.3% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 89.3% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 8.5% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.4% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.1% | 37.2% | 16.9% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grove Road was 176.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.5% higher than the Cuxton, Halling & Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grove Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Cuxton, Halling & Riverside and the 115th highest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 504.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Grove Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2021-10-29 | £334,497 |
| 10 Grove Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2020-03-04 | £339,404 |
| 14 Grove Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2019-03-13 | £335,532 |
| 10 Grove Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £234,500 | 2016-08-24 | £315,297 |
| 8 Grove Road, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2015-08-14 | £316,139 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| 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 | 2,550 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snodland CofE Primary School Roberts Road , ME6 5HL | 3out of 4 | 2,729 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 | 2,829 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cuxton Community Junior School Bush Road , Cuxton ME2 1EY | 3out of 4 | 3,284 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 | 3,563 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holmesdale School Malling Road , ME6 5HS | 1out of 4 | 3,615 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meopham School Wrotham Road , Meopham DA13 0AH | 4out of 4 | 5,428 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 | 2,922 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grow 19 LTD Wolfe Building , Malling Road ME6 5HS | - not rated | 3,563 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cobham Hall Brewers Road , Cobham DA12 3BL | - not rated | 5,145 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | 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 | 252 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 | 27.3% |
| 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 | 72.7% |
| Median download speed | 24.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 35.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 35.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.65 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.