Cypress Court is in Rochester and in Rochester Upon Medway district. ME2 4PY is located in the Strood Rural 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 Cypress Court, Rochester, ME2 4PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME2 4PX, ME2 4QD, ME2 4QB, ME2 4PU, ME2 4JN, ME2 4QE, ME2 4PZ, ME2 4QA, ME2 4QJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME2 4PY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% 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 | 54.9% | 55.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 45.1% | 44.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
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 | 35.4% | 37% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.8% | 26.9% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -17.3% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 18.9% | 7.2% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 16.3% | 13.2% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 7.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.7% | 41.6% | 7.9% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 28.8% | -9.7% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 18.5% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 9.3% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 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 4PY this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 30% | 2.5% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 7.5% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 15% | -6.7% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.2% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 18.1% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 21.1% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 7.1% | 2.2% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 4.4% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 3.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.9% | 90.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 8.7% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 91.9% | 86.5% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 8.5% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 0.7% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 86.5% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.3% | 76.7% | -12.4% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 25% | 13.5% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cypress Court was 110.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 100.2% higher than the Strood Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cypress Court has the 5th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Strood Rural and the 247th highest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 38.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Scotney House Cypress Court, Rochester, Medway Other, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-08-16 | £196,451 |
| 1 Scotney House Cypress Court, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2021-04-09 | £174,542 |
| 6 Scotney House Cypress Court, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2021-01-20 | £167,735 |
| 6 Scotney House Cypress Court, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2019-01-31 | £156,325 |
| 10 Scotney House Cypress Court, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2015-02-12 | £134,459 |
ME2 4PY 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 | 69 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Primary Academy Hilltop Road , Frindsbury ME2 4QN | 3out of 4 | 136 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School Frindsbury Road , Strood ME2 4JA | 3out of 4 | 436 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Mill Primary School Cliffe Road , Strood ME2 3NL | 3out of 4 | 588 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wainscott Primary School Wainscott Road , Wainscott ME2 4JX | 1out of 4 | 804 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Faiths Children's Academy Gun Lane , Strood ME2 4UF | 2out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 2,940 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fort Pitt Grammar School Fort Pitt Hill , ME4 6TJ | 4out of 4 | 3,071 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School Ordnance Street , ME4 6SG | 3out of 4 | 3,458 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterfront UTC South Side Three Road , ME4 4FQ | 1out of 4 | 3,603 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brompton Academy Marlborough Road , ME7 5HT | 3out of 4 | 3,891 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidKent College Medway Road , ME7 1FN | - not rated | 3,352 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 | 4,177 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 | 1,842 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School, Rochester Satis House , Boley Hill ME1 1TE | - not rated | 1,919 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorway Independent School The Old St Justus Church , Strood ME2 2HG | - not rated | 2,204 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| FORWARD2 EMPLOYMENT LIMITED The Historic Dockyard , ME4 4TZ | - not rated | 2,291 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School (Rochester) 24 - 26 Watts Avenue , ME1 1SA | - not rated | 2,475 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Pantry | Church Hall, Church Green | 355 yd | |
| New Shad | The Marlborough Head, 90 Frindsbury Road | 412 yd | |
| McDonalds | Anthonys Way, Medway City Estate | 925 yd | |
| The Water Lily | The Flat, 40 North Street | 1,042 yd | |
| Cafe Lodge | Unit 1, M2 City Link | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship | The Ship Public House, 22 Bill Street Road | 266 yd | |
| The Sans Pareil | Sans Pareil, 245 Frindsbury Hill | 325 yd | |
| Bas Bar | 14 Cliffe Road, Strood | 884 yd | |
| The Boat House | The Riverside Tavern, Riverside Tavern | 925 yd | |
| The Steam Packet Public House | The Steam Packet, 22 Station Road | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCoys | 110 Frindsbury Road, Strood | 340 yd | |
| Frindsbury Grill | 96 Frindsbury Road, Strood | 386 yd | |
| Roosterspfc And Pizza | 88 Frindsbury Road, Strood | 423 yd | |
| Peking Express | 52 Station Road, Strood | 769 yd | |
| The New Cobham Inn | Cobham Inn, 17 Frindsbury Road | 808 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Primary School HILLTOP ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 253 yd |
| Temple Mill Primary School CLIFFE ROAD | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Wainscott Recreation Ground BURNT HOUSE CLOSE | grass pitches | 778 yd |
| Strood Academy - Cliffe Road Campus (Closed) Cliffe Road | grass pitches | 929 yd |
| Wainscott Primary School WAINSCOTT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 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 | 37 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.