Yalding Close is in Rochester and in Rochester Upon Medway district. ME2 3XF is located in the Strood North & Frindsbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochester and Strood. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Yalding Close, Rochester, ME2 3XF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME2 3XB, ME2 3XJ, ME2 3XN, ME2 3XH, ME2 3XD, ME2 4RJ, ME2 3XA, ME2 3XG, ME2 3DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME2 3XF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 54.2% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 48.2% | 45.8% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 | 35.8% | 36.3% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 38.6% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 5.1% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 8% | 14% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 8% | 6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 40.2% | 46.9% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 37% | 32.4% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 17% | 14.5% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.1% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 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.
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 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.9% | 24.7% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 14.4% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 17.7% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 3.7% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 17.7% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 17.2% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.1% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 92.4% | 89.1% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 7.7% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 96.7% | 94.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yalding Close was 37.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.6% lower than the Strood North & Frindsbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Yalding Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Strood North & Frindsbury and the 245th lowest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Yalding Close, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-09-12 | £253,659 |
| 5 Yalding Close, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-12-19 | £193,145 |
| 7 Yalding Close, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2021-04-23 | £266,071 |
| 1 Yalding Close, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-01-21 | £261,480 |
| 6 Yalding Close, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2016-12-07 | £266,138 |
ME2 3XF 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Mill Primary School Cliffe Road , Strood ME2 3NL | 3out of 4 | 194 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilltop Primary Academy Hilltop Road , Frindsbury ME2 4QN | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School Frindsbury Road , Strood ME2 4JA | 3out of 4 | 549 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Faiths Children's Academy Gun Lane , Strood ME2 4UF | 2out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gordons Children's Academy, Junior Gordon Road , Strood ME2 3HQ | 3out of 4 | 913 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strood Academy Carnation Road , Strood ME2 2SX | 3out of 4 | 2,467 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fort Pitt Grammar School Fort Pitt Hill , ME4 6TJ | 4out of 4 | 3,295 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School Ordnance Street , ME4 6SG | 3out of 4 | 3,697 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rochester Grammar School Maidstone Road , ME1 3BY | 4out of 4 | 4,090 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Waterfront UTC South Side Three Road , ME4 4FQ | 1out of 4 | 4,123 yd | University technical college | 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 | 3,855 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hundred of Hoo Academy Main Road , Hoo ME3 9HH | 3out of 4 | 4,625 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Court Foundation Special School Rede Court Road , Strood ME2 3SP | 4out of 4 | 1,339 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorway Independent School The Old St Justus Church , Strood ME2 2HG | - not rated | 1,855 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School, Rochester Satis House , Boley Hill ME1 1TE | - not rated | 1,994 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School (Rochester) 24 - 26 Watts Avenue , ME1 1SA | - not rated | 2,526 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochester Independent College Star Hill , ME1 1XF | - not rated | 2,733 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Shad | The Marlborough Head, 90 Frindsbury Road | 468 yd | |
| Pilgrims Pantry | Church Hall, Church Green | 678 yd | |
| The Water Lily | The Flat, 40 North Street | 872 yd | |
| Friends Cafe Strood | 92 High Street, Strood | 1,036 yd | |
| Sant & Davison Limited | 84A High Street, Strood | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship | The Ship Public House, 22 Bill Street Road | 274 yd | |
| Weston Arms | Weston Arms, 121 Weston Road | 631 yd | |
| Bas Bar | 14 Cliffe Road, Strood | 641 yd | |
| The Sportsman | 56 Brompton Lane, Strood | 723 yd | |
| The Sans Pareil | Sans Pareil, 245 Frindsbury Hill | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frindsbury Grill | 96 Frindsbury Road, Strood | 464 yd | |
| Roosterspfc And Pizza | 88 Frindsbury Road, Strood | 464 yd | |
| McCoys | 110 Frindsbury Road, Strood | 470 yd | |
| The New Cobham Inn | Cobham Inn, 17 Frindsbury Road | 656 yd | |
| Peking Express | 52 Station Road, Strood | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Ltd, Aldi | 1,027 yd | |
| Asda | 108-110 High Street, Strood | 1,037 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Mill Primary School CLIFFE ROAD | grass pitches | 303 yd |
| Hilltop Primary School HILLTOP ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 336 yd |
| Strood Academy - Cliffe Road Campus (Closed) Cliffe Road | grass pitches | 450 yd |
| All Faiths Children'S Academy GUN LANE | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| Wainscott Recreation Ground BURNT HOUSE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,059 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 | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.