Tunbury Avenue is in Chatham and in Tonbridge And Malling district. ME5 9HY is located in the 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 Tunbury Avenue, Chatham, ME5 9HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME5 9DU, ME5 9PB, ME5 9DP, ME5 9PA, ME5 9NN, ME5 9PD, ME5 9ED, ME5 9DS, ME5 9DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME5 9HY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 50.5% | 52.9% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 49.5% | 47.1% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 ME5 9HY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.4% 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 | 23.2% | 26.8% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 59.4% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 15.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 53.2% | 44% | -9.2% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 36.5% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 16.3% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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 | 13.3% | 16.4% | 3.1% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 8% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 14.7% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 6.7% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 14.3% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 36.6% | 9.6% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 92.9% | 88% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 91.9% | 90.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 89.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 6.5% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.7% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tunbury Avenue was 15.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.5% lower than the Aylesford North & North Downs average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Tunbury Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Aylesford North & North Downs and the 66th lowest crime rate of 401 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100C Tunbury Avenue, Chatham, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2026-01-09 | £246,513 |
| 133 Tunbury Avenue, Chatham, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £497,500 | 2025-03-28 | £490,819 |
| 119 Tunbury Avenue, Chatham, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-04-12 | £369,676 |
| 121 Tunbury Avenue, Chatham, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2024-02-22 | £588,917 |
| 88 Tunbury Avenue, Chatham, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2022-09-02 | £472,200 |
ME5 9HY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
ME5 9HY 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunbury Primary School Tunbury Avenue , Walderslade ME5 9HY | 3out of 4 | 84 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walderslade Primary School Dargets Road , Walderslade ME5 8BJ | - not rated | 1,151 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walderslade Primary School Dargets Road , Walderslade ME5 8BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lordswood School Lordswood Lane , ME5 8NN | - not rated | 1,439 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lordswood School Lordswood Lane , ME5 8NN | - not rated | 1,439 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre School 157 Walderslade Road , Walderslade ME5 0LP | - not rated | 1,990 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Greenacre School 157 Walderslade Road , Walderslade ME5 0LP | - not rated | 1,990 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Greenacre School 157 Walderslade Road , Walderslade ME5 0LP | 1out of 4 | 1,992 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Walderslade School Bradfields Avenue , Walderslade ME5 0LE | 1out of 4 | 2,074 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Walderslade School Bradfields Avenue , Walderslade ME5 0LE | - not rated | 2,102 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Restore 1 Kennington Road , SE1 7QP | - not rated | 3,929 yd | Academy secure 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradfields School Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | - not rated | 2,298 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradfields Academy Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | 4out of 4 | 2,298 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| INSPIRE Free Special School Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | 3out of 4 | 2,298 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowans Silverbank , Churchill Avenue ME5 0LB | 4out of 4 | 2,650 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowans Silverbank , Churchill Avenue ME5 0LB | - not rated | 2,650 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Cuisine | 1 Sherwood House, Walderslade Road | 689 yd | |
| Bliss Tea Rooms | 383A Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 818 yd | |
| 363 Coffee Lounge | 363-367 Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 830 yd | |
| Walderslade Village Cafe | 359 Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak | Sherwood Oak Public House, Sherwood Oak | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| OK Kebab | 1A Sherwood House, Walderslade Road | 689 yd | |
| Chan's Chinese Takeaway | 4 Sherwood House, Walderslade Road | 695 yd | |
| Moby Dicks | 5 Sherwood House, Walderslade Road | 695 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 383 Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 814 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 371 - 373 Walderslade Road, Walderslade | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Invicta Co Operative Society Ltd, Walderslade Road | 729 yd | |
| Morrisons | Princes Avenue, Walderslade | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tunbury Primary School TUNBURY AVENUE | grass pitches | 73 yd |
| Tunbury Recreation Ground FERNBANK CLOSE | grass pitches | 265 yd |
| Blue Bell Village Hall BLUEBELL HILL HALL BLUEBELL HILL HALL ROBIN HOOD LANE | 1,090 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 | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.8% |
| 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 | 197.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.