Knights Templar Way is in Rochester and in Medway district. ME2 2ZA 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 2018-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Knights Templar Way, Rochester, ME2 2ZA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME2 2ZD, ME2 2ZB, ME2 2ZE, ME2 2ZL, ME2 2ZH, ME2 2ZN, ME2 2NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME2 2ZA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.7% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.3% | 1.6% | 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.
In the immediate area around ME2 2ZA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52% 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 | 34.4% | 52% | 17.6% | 37.9% | 14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 37.4% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 7.3% | -5.8% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 1.6% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 (93.2%) 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 | 48.1% | 64.5% | 16.4% | 48.4% | 16.1% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 28.7% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 5.7% | -7.8% | 12.7% | -7.0% |
| Bad health | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 2ZA this area, 5.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 5.7% | -13.8% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24% | 5.7% | -18.3% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 13.9% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 20.4% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 51% | 34.3% | 33.8% | 17.2% |
| Other | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 19.1% | 17.6% | 2.5% | 16.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.5% | 4.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 96.6% | 62.4% | -34.2% | 81.4% | -19.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 74.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97% | 74.9% | -22.1% | 83.2% | -8.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 5.4% | 5.0% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 12.3% | 10.8% | 2.7% | 9.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 3% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 74.6% | -21.3% | 83.2% | -8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 17% | 17.0% | 9.8% | 7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.9% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.6% | 0.3% | 3.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8.1% | 6.5% | 1.6% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knights Templar Way was 99.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% lower than the Cuxton, Halling & Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Knights Templar Way has the 12th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Cuxton, Halling & Riverside and the 269th highest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 6 16 Knights Templar Way, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-01-17 | £267,360 |
| Flat 5 16 Knights Templar Way, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £279,500 | 2022-02-15 | £293,048 |
| Flat 7 16 Knights Templar Way, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-10-28 | £308,905 |
| Flat 1 16 Knights Templar Way, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £274,995 | 2021-06-22 | £302,009 |
| Flat 2 16 Knights Templar Way, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £234,995 | 2021-06-22 | £258,079 |
ME2 2ZA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
ME2 2ZA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 146 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Children's Academy Cedar Road , Strood ME2 2JP | 3out of 4 | 892 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery) Warwick Crescent , Borstal ME1 3LF | 4out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elaine Primary School Elaine Avenue , ME2 2YN | 2out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St William of Perth Roman Catholic Primary School Canon Close , Maidstone Road ME1 3EN | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's at Troy Town CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School King Street , ME1 1YF | 3out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School Maidstone Road , ME1 3EL | 4out of 4 | 1,924 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Rochester Grammar School Maidstone Road , ME1 3BY | 4out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Strood Academy Carnation Road , Strood ME2 2SX | 3out of 4 | 2,111 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fort Pitt Grammar School Fort Pitt Hill , ME4 6TJ | 4out of 4 | 2,355 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School Ordnance Street , ME4 6SG | 3out of 4 | 2,658 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidKent College Medway Road , ME7 1FN | - not rated | 4,753 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's School (Rochester) 24 - 26 Watts Avenue , ME1 1SA | - not rated | 1,272 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorway Independent School The Old St Justus Church , Strood ME2 2HG | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School, Rochester Satis House , Boley Hill ME1 1TE | - not rated | 1,522 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochester Independent College Star Hill , ME1 1XF | - not rated | 1,925 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School and College 10-13 New Road , Rochester ME1 1BG | - not rated | 2,057 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | McDonalds, Medway Valley Leisure Park | 408 yd | |
| Diggerland & Dig Inn Cafe | Diggerland, Roman Way | 440 yd | |
| Eurest @ Royal Mail | 1 Knight Road, Strood | 510 yd | |
| Kelly's Kitchen | Medway Bridge Marina, Manor Lane | 619 yd | |
| Hollywood Bowl | Medway Valley Leisure Park, Chariot Way | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz Bingo | Gala Coral, Gala Clubs | 408 yd | |
| Strood Yacht Club | Knight Road, Strood | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Garden | 71 Laburnum Road, Strood | 935 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health (Medway) CHARIOT WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 272 yd |
| Snowpark At Diggerland (Closed) Roman Way | ski slopes | 307 yd |
| Borstal Recreational Ground Manor Lane | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Cedar Primary School CEDAR ROAD | grass pitches | 932 yd |
| City Lawn Tennis Club Cornwall Road | tennis courts | 1,091 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 162.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.