Fanconi Road is in Chatham and in Rochester Upon Medway district. ME5 8DE is located in the Lordswood & Walderslade 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 Fanconi Road, Chatham, ME5 8DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME5 8EN, ME5 8QX, ME5 8GA, ME5 8DD, ME5 8QY, ME5 8DZ, ME5 8DG, ME5 8DB, ME5 8NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME5 8DE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.3% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.7% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 35.2% | 42% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 43.8% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.6% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.2% | -1.7% | 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 | 43.6% | 39.7% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 39.4% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 15.1% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 18.7% | -6.2% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.5% | 10.6% | -11.9% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 18.3% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 17.9% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 24.2% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.6% | 95.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 95.4% | 95.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fanconi Road was 21.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.7% lower than the Lordswood & Walderslade average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fanconi Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Lordswood & Walderslade and the 113th lowest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Fanconi Road, Chatham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-05-10 | £294,465 |
| 38 Fanconi Road, Chatham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-02-23 | £306,226 |
| 28 Fanconi Road, Chatham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2020-12-03 | £249,447 |
| 9 Fanconi Road, Chatham, Medway Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2018-06-15 | £258,455 |
| 15 Fanconi Road, Chatham, Medway Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2018-05-29 | £296,780 |
ME5 8DE 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lordswood School Lordswood Lane , ME5 8NN | 3out of 4 | 339 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walderslade Primary School Dargets Road , Walderslade ME5 8BJ | 3out of 4 | 551 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Lambourn Way , Lordswood ME5 8PU | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School Bleakwood Road , ME5 0NF | 4out of 4 | 1,143 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbury Primary School Tunbury Avenue , Walderslade ME5 9HY | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Academy 157 Walderslade Road , Walderslade ME5 0LP | 3out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Walderslade Girls' School Bradfields Avenue , Walderslade ME5 0LE | 2out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Holcombe Grammar School Holcombe , Maidstone Road ME4 6JB | 3out of 4 | 3,398 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Victory Academy Magpie Hall Road , ME4 5JB | 3out of 4 | 3,574 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Thomas Aveling School Arethusa Road , ME1 2UW | 3out of 4 | 3,786 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradfields Academy Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | 4out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| INSPIRE Free Special School Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | 3out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowans Silverbank , Churchill Avenue ME5 0LB | 4out of 4 | 2,013 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medway Secure Training Centre Sir Evelyn Road , ME1 3YB | - not rated | 3,953 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Skies School 126 Maidstone Road , ME4 6DQ | - not rated | 4,285 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bliss Tea Rooms | 383A Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 648 yd | |
| 363 Coffee Lounge | 363-367 Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 706 yd | |
| Taj Cuisine | 1 Sherwood House, Walderslade Road | 711 yd | |
| Walderslade Village Cafe | 359 Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 725 yd | |
| Lordswood CafÉ | 4 Kestrel Road, Lordswood | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak | Sherwood Oak Public House, Sherwood Oak | 603 yd | |
| Lordswood Sports & Social Club | Lordswood Sports And Social Club, North Dane Way | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Seafry Mishas Diner | Anchor Seafry, 1 Admirals Walk | 290 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 383 Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 650 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 371 - 373 Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 686 yd | |
| Chan's Chinese Takeaway | 4 Sherwood House, Walderslade Road | 699 yd | |
| Moby Dicks | 5 Sherwood House, Walderslade Road | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Invicta Co Operative Society Ltd, Walderslade Road | 673 yd | |
| Morrisons | Princes Avenue, Walderslade | 852 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lordswood School LORDS WOOD LANE | grass pitches | 278 yd |
| Lordswood Leisure Centre NORTH DANE WAY | health and fitness suite | 809 yd |
| Lordswood Sport And Social Club NORTH DANE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 809 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 | 159.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 170.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.