Pine Grove is in Hempstead, Gillingham and in Gillingham district. ME7 3QR is located in the Hempstead & Wigmore 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 Pine Grove, Hempstead, Gillingham, ME7 3QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME7 3QS, ME7 3SQ, ME7 3QQ, ME7 3QE, ME7 3RH, ME7 3QZ, ME7 3QP, ME7 3SL, ME7 3SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding ME7 3QR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 53.9% | 53.7% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 46.1% | 46.3% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 ME7 3QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 23.8% | 25.8% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.5% | 59.2% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7% | 5.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 7.9% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 50.9% | 46% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 35.7% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 13.6% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 14.3% | 15.5% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 10% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 16.7% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 8.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 21.8% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 23.4% | -4.1% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.2% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 88.4% | 90% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 91.5% | 91.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 4.8% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 90.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 1.5% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 76.7% | 16.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Hindu | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pine Grove was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hempstead & Wigmore average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Pine Grove, Gillingham, Medway Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2023-05-18 | £515,681 |
| 23 Pine Grove, Gillingham, Medway Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £378,500 | 2023-05-18 | £398,338 |
| 25 Pine Grove, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £482,000 | 2023-04-27 | £499,464 |
| 11 Pine Grove, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-07-13 | £360,609 |
| 11 Pine Grove, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-07-22 | £362,409 |
ME7 3QR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in ME7 3QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hempstead Infant School Hempstead Road , Hempstead ME7 3QG | 3out of 4 | 465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempstead Junior School Birch Grove , Hempstead ME7 3HJ | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairview Community Primary School Drewery Drive , Wigmore ME8 0NU | 3out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Deanwood Primary School Long Catlis Road , Parkwood ME8 9TX | 3out of 4 | 1,962 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood Primary School Deanwood Drive , Rainham ME8 9LP | 3out of 4 | 2,174 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainham School for Girls Derwent Way , Rainham ME8 0BX | 3out of 4 | 2,053 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Howard School Derwent Way , Rainham ME8 0BX | 3out of 4 | 2,158 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Rainham Mark Grammar School Pump Lane , Rainham ME8 7AJ | 4out of 4 | 2,956 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatham Grammar Rainham Road , ME5 7EH | 3out of 4 | 3,139 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Robert Napier School Third Avenue , ME7 2LX | 3out of 4 | 3,202 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryony School 157 Marshall Road , Rainham ME8 0AJ | - not rated | 1,380 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Danecourt School Hotel Road , ME8 6AA | 3out of 4 | 2,339 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradfields Academy Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | 4out of 4 | 3,305 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| INSPIRE Free Special School Churchill Avenue , ME5 0LB | 3out of 4 | 3,305 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Will Adams Centre Woodlands Road , ME7 2BX | 3out of 4 | 3,345 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Nike Leisuresport | Chatham Ski Centre, Capstone Road | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flying Saucer | 140 Hempstead Road, Hempstead | 161 yd | |
| Spyglass And Kettle | The Spyglass And Kettle, 2 Woodside | 669 yd | |
| Wigmore & District Smallholders Club | 2 Springvale, Rainham | 975 yd | |
| The Hungry Fox | Hempstead Valley Drive, Hempstead | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs Of India | 146 Hempstead Road, Hempstead | 136 yd | |
| Wigmore Fish Bar | 48 Hoath Lane, Rainham | 625 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hempstead Recreation Ground Hempstead Road | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Hempstead Junior School BIRCH GROVE | grass pitches | 560 yd |
| Kings Frith Wigmore Road | grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| Chatham Ski And Snowboard Centre CAPSTONE ROAD | ski slopes | 1,093 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 | 184.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.