Joiners Court is in Chatham and in Rochester Upon Medway district. ME4 5JQ is located in the Luton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chatham and Aylesford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Joiners Court, Chatham, ME4 5JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME4 5JE, ME4 5JL, ME4 5JH, ME4 5JD, ME4 5JJ, ME4 5JA, ME4 5HZ, ME4 5HB, ME4 5EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME4 5JQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50% | 49.2% | -0.8% | 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 ME4 5JQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.7% 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 | 42.5% | 48.7% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.4% | 39.4% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 1.8% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 6.6% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 49.7% | 39.8% | -9.9% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 40.4% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 14.3% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.2% | 24.8% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 17.3% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 7.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.8% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 19.5% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 8.6% | 2.7% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.1% 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 | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 12.6% | 14.1% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 11.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 79.4% | 72.1% | -7.3% | 81.4% | -9.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 78% 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 | 83.2% | 78% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -5.2% |
| European Union | 7.4% | 10.9% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 7.1% | 6.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.2% | 78% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 17.6% | 15.0% | 9.8% | 7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.8% | 1.6% | -4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 1.9% | -3.6% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.5% | 76.7% | -23.2% |
| France | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 7% | 6.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Joiners Court was 363.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.4% higher than the Chatham Central & Brompton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Joiners Court has the 16th highest crime rate of 121 local areas in Chatham Central & Brompton and the 39th highest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 224.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 32.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Joiners Court, Chatham, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-02-07 | £196,314 |
| 71 Joiners Court, Chatham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-05-27 | £240,495 |
| 58 Joiners Court, Chatham, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2020-01-17 | £182,816 |
| 63 Joiners Court, Chatham, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2019-02-25 | £184,428 |
| 63 Joiners Court, Chatham, Medway Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2017-01-13 | £179,934 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenvale Primary School Symons Avenue , ME4 5UP | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Primary School Glencoe Road , ME4 5QD | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Luton Primary School Luton Road , ME4 5AW | 4out of 4 | 719 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Magpie Hall Road , ME4 5JY | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Road Primary School Bryant Street , ME4 5QN | 3out of 4 | 965 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Victory Academy Magpie Hall Road , ME4 5JB | 3out of 4 | 214 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatham Grammar Rainham Road , ME5 7EH | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Holcombe Grammar School Holcombe , Maidstone Road ME4 6JB | 3out of 4 | 1,210 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School Ordnance Street , ME4 6SG | 3out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brompton Academy Marlborough Road , ME7 5HT | 3out of 4 | 1,523 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 | 2,936 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Skies School 126 Maidstone Road , ME4 6DQ | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Medical Tuition Service The School Room, Dolphin Ward , Medway Maritime Hospital ME7 5NY | - not rated | 1,123 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowans Silverbank , Churchill Avenue ME5 0LB | 4out of 4 | 1,882 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradfields Academy Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | 4out of 4 | 2,224 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| INSPIRE Free Special School Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | 3out of 4 | 2,224 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magpie Cafe | Magpie CafÉ, The Magpie Centre | 628 yd | |
| My Sandwich Obsession | 49 Luton High Street, Luton | 897 yd | |
| St Augustine's Church Café | St Augustines Church, Rock Avenue | 1,028 yd | |
| Chatham Town Football Club | Maidstone Road Sports Ground, Bournville Avenue | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Richard Cobden | The Richard Cobden, 178 Luton Road | 604 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 53 Capstone Road, Lordswood | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bill's Kitchen | 263 Castle Road, Chatham | 188 yd | |
| Gandhi Tandoori | 190 Luton Road, Luton | 600 yd | |
| Golden Curry Takeaway | 174 Luton Road, Luton | 606 yd | |
| Famous Fried Chicken | 268 Luton Road, Luton | 620 yd | |
| Turkish Delight | 290 Luton Road, Luton | 639 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Victory Academy MAGPIE HALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 421 yd |
| Greenvale Infant School SYMONS AVENUE | grass pitches | 467 yd |
| Chatham Golf Range (Closed) Street End Road | golf | 621 yd |
| Luton Invicta Social Club LUTON ROAD | 654 yd | |
| Barnfield Playing Fields Barnfield | grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Chatham Grammar School For Girls RAINHAM ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 161.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.