Carlton Avenue is in Gillingham and in Gillingham district. ME7 2JU is located in the Watling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gillingham and Rainham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carlton Avenue, Gillingham, ME7 2JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME7 4EB, ME7 4DY, ME7 4DZ, ME7 4EE, ME7 2JJ, ME7 2JX, ME7 2LP, ME7 4EG, ME7 4EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding ME7 2JU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 51.6% | 48.7% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 51.3% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 33.9% | 39.9% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 43.1% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 8% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5.9% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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% | 43.6% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 35.6% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.3% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21% | 17.8% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 17.5% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 16.8% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.8% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 18.2% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 21.2% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.7% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 93.2% | 81.9% | -11.3% | 81.4% | 0.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 92.4% | 85.9% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 5.9% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 3.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 85.9% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.8% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 1.1% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carlton Avenue was 8.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.7% lower than the Gillingham South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carlton Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Gillingham South and the 26th lowest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.3%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Carlton Avenue, Gillingham, Medway Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2023-08-17 | £327,616 |
| 10 Carlton Avenue, Gillingham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £377,750 | 2021-09-23 | £428,345 |
| 29 Carlton Avenue, Gillingham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £255,500 | 2021-09-06 | £289,721 |
| 15 Carlton Avenue, Gillingham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-12-09 | £321,429 |
| 31 Carlton Avenue, Gillingham, Medway Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2018-06-22 | £298,218 |
ME7 2JU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsole Primary School Barnsole Road , ME7 2JG | 4out of 4 | 242 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy , Napier Road ME7 4HG | 2out of 4 | 360 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Byron Primary School Byron Road , ME7 5XX | 2out of 4 | 730 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Woodlands Road , ME7 2DU | 3out of 4 | 884 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Greenfield Road , ME7 1YH | 3out of 4 | 892 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Robert Napier School Third Avenue , ME7 2LX | 3out of 4 | 530 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatham Grammar Rainham Road , ME5 7EH | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Brompton Academy Marlborough Road , ME7 5HT | 3out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterfront UTC South Side Three Road , ME4 4FQ | 1out of 4 | 2,091 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Victory Academy Magpie Hall Road , ME4 5JB | 3out of 4 | 2,321 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 | 1,882 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 | 4,974 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The GFC School Priestfield Stadium , Redfern Avenue ME7 4DD | - not rated | 583 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Will Adams Centre Woodlands Road , ME7 2BX | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Medical Tuition Service The School Room, Dolphin Ward , Medway Maritime Hospital ME7 5NY | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivermead School Forge Lane , ME7 1UG | 3out of 4 | 1,419 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Danecourt School Hotel Road , ME8 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,586 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sturdee Cafe | Sturdee CafÉ, 44 Sturdee Avenue | 323 yd | |
| Mel'Z Kitchen | 8A Livingstone Circus, Gillingham | 509 yd | |
| The Grill Bar/Max's Pizza And Kebab | 239 Gillingham Road, Gillingham | 528 yd | |
| Busman's Bistro - Arriva Bus Depot | Busmans Bistro, Gillingham Bus Station | 585 yd | |
| Treetops Coffee Shop | Woodlands Academy, Woodlands Road | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sturdee Social And Bowling Club | Sturdee Social Club, Sturdee Social Club | 390 yd | |
| Fleur De Lis | Fleur De Lis, 46 Gillingham Road | 727 yd | |
| Upper Gillingham Conservative Club | Upper Gillingham Conservative Club L, 541 Canterbury Street | 856 yd | |
| The Old Ash Tree | The Old Ash Tree Ph, 136 Rainham Road | 982 yd | |
| The Brittania | The Britannia, 158-160 High Street | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNCLES FISH BAR | 155 Barnsole Road, Gillingham | 169 yd | |
| Anatolia Kebab And Fish Bar | 56 Sturdee Avenue, Gillingham | 370 yd | |
| Magic Chef | 58 Sturdee Avenue, Gillingham | 389 yd | |
| Gillingham Fish Bar | 3 Livingstone Circus, Gillingham | 509 yd | |
| Gourmet Burger Brothers | 168-170 Nelson Road, Gillingham | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 277 Gillingham Road, Gillingham | 619 yd | |
| Aldi | 70 Duncan Road, Gillingham | 869 yd | |
| Iceland | 141-145 High Street, Gillingham | 1,051 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Foresters Hall Sturdee Avenue | 253 yd | |
| The Robert Napier School THIRD AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 399 yd |
| Gillingham Fc (Priestfield Stadium) PRIESTFIELD STADIUM PRIESTFIELD STADIUM PRIESTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Woodlands Sport Centre WOODLANDS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 751 yd |
| Parochial Hall INGRAM ROAD | 1,060 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 | 159.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.