Seafront is in Allhallows, Rochester and in Medway district. ME3 9PY is located in the All Saints 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 Seafront, Allhallows, Rochester, ME3 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME3 9QW, ME3 9QZ, ME3 9QA, ME3 9QJ, ME3 9QN, ME3 9QL, ME3 9QG, ME3 9QH, ME3 9RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME3 9PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 49.5% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 52.1% | 50.5% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of ME3 9PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.5% | 30.5% | 11.0% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 53% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.3% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 8.9% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5.1% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 34.1% | 42.2% | 8.1% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 32% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 18.2% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 7.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 24.9% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 13.1% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 13.9% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 21.5% | 13.9% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 17.7% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 3.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.4% | 90.5% | -6.9% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 97.4% | 92.3% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 4.7% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 92.3% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Seafront was 71.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.2% higher than the All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Seafront has the 8th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in All Saints and the 360th highest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213 Seafront, Rochester, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £11,000 | 2003-12-12 | £25,068 |
| 215 Seafront, Rochester, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £11,000 | 2003-11-10 | £26,657 |
| 218 Seafront, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £13,500 | 2001-11-07 | £39,162 |
| 221 Seafront, Rochester, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £12,000 | 2000-11-24 | £44,015 |
| 217 Seafront, Rochester, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £12,500 | 1999-07-16 | £55,525 |
ME3 9PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peninsula East Primary Academy Allhallows Road , Lower Stoke ME3 9SL | 2out of 4 | 2,640 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church of England Primary Academy High Street , Isle of Grain ME3 0BS | 3out of 4 | 5,343 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns | Allhallows Holiday Park, Allhallows Caravan Park | 668 yd | |
| Cross Park Pavilion Cafe | Street Record, Avery Way | 915 yd | |
| Allhallows Yacht Club | Allhallows Caravan Park, Allhallows | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Huffkin Of Hoo | Allhallows Holiday Park, Allhallows Caravan Park | 668 yd | |
| Haven All Hallows Box Bar | Kent Coast, Allhallows Caravan Park | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallegos | 68 Avery Way, Allhallows | 766 yd | |
| Millennium Fish Bar | 66 Avery Way, Allhallows | 776 yd | |
| Cook Fish & Chips | Kent Coast, Allhallows Caravan Park | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Mini Market | Kent Coast, Allhallows Caravan Park | 836 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cross Park AVERY CLOSE | grass pitches | 215 yd |
| Allhallows Golf Course AVERY WAY | golf | 431 yd |
| Allhallows Primary Academy AVERY WAY | grass pitches | 497 yd |
| Allhallows Leisure Park | swimming pool, tennis courts | 652 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.