Nelson Road is in Gillingham and in Gillingham district. ME7 4LL is located in the Gillingham South 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 Nelson Road, Gillingham, ME7 4LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME7 4LR, ME7 4LS, ME7 4NH, ME7 4NQ, ME7 4HJ, ME7 4LJ, ME7 4NL, ME7 4NJ, ME7 4LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME7 4LL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.9% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.1% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 37.5% | 38.5% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 40.5% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 47.8% | 51.8% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 30.3% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 13.6% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 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 | 22.3% | 17.8% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 13.6% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 19% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 16.3% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 27.1% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 6.8% | 2.7% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 6% | 7.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 4.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 4.5% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 85% | 77% | -8.0% | 81.4% | -4.4% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 76.5% 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 | 89% | 76.5% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 4% | 8.7% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 9% | 3.7% | 5.6% | 3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 76.5% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.2% | 13.9% | 9.8% | 4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 6.9% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 4.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 0% | -7.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 5.1% | 1.7% | 3.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nelson Road was 150.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.2% lower than the Gillingham South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nelson Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Gillingham South and the 145th highest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 90.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102 Nelson Road, Gillingham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2026-02-27 | £192,000 |
| 126 Nelson Road, Gillingham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2026-02-12 | £355,000 |
| 120 Nelson Road, Gillingham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £208,500 | 2025-08-04 | £209,131 |
| 86 Nelson Road, Gillingham, Medway Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-06-28 | £289,515 |
| 108 Nelson Road, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-04-15 | £349,535 |
ME7 4LL 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 | 115 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy , Napier Road ME7 4HG | 3out of 4 | 136 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Napier Community Primary and Nursery School Napier Road , ME7 4HG | - not rated | 136 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Byron Primary School Byron Road , ME7 5XX | - not rated | 453 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Byron Primary School Byron Road , ME7 5XX | - not rated | 453 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsole Junior School Barnsole Road , ME7 2JG | - not rated | 516 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Robert Napier School Third Avenue , ME7 2LX | - not rated | 846 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Napier School Third Avenue , ME7 2LX | - not rated | 846 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatham Grammar Rainham Road , ME5 7EH | 3out of 4 | 878 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chatham Grammar School for Girls Rainham Road , ME5 7EH | - not rated | 878 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Brompton Academy Marlborough Road , ME7 5HT | - not rated | 888 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoo St Werburgh Middle School Main Road , Hoo ME3 9HD | - not rated | 4,899 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,715 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Restore 1 Kennington Road , SE1 7QP | - not rated | 4,794 yd | Academy secure 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo Main Road , Hoo ME3 9HH | 3out of 4 | 4,979 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alchemy School 105 Nelson Road , ME7 4LT | - not rated | 174 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 | 729 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The GFC School Priestfield Stadium , Redfern Avenue ME7 4DD | - not rated | 937 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Will Adams Centre Woodlands Road , ME7 2BX | - not rated | 1,260 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Will Adams Academy Woodlands Road , ME7 2BX | 3out of 4 | 1,260 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busman's Bistro - Arriva Bus Depot | Busmans Bistro, Gillingham Bus Station | 298 yd | |
| Mel'Z Kitchen | 8A Livingstone Circus, Gillingham | 556 yd | |
| Royal Voluntary Service | Disablement Services Centre, Medway Maritime Hospital | 587 yd | |
| The Grill Bar/Max's Pizza And Kebab | 239 Gillingham Road, Gillingham | 590 yd | |
| Ela N Sisters | 67 Duncan Road, Gillingham | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fleur De Lis | Fleur De Lis, 46 Gillingham Road | 359 yd | |
| St Mary's Irish Social Club | St Mary's Social Club, St Marys Social Club | 662 yd | |
| Woodland Tavern | Canterbury Tales, Canterbury Tales | 706 yd | |
| The Brittania | The Britannia, 158-160 High Street | 760 yd | |
| Southern Belle PH | 170 High Street, Gillingham | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet Burger Brothers | 168-170 Nelson Road, Gillingham | 144 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab & Pizza | 178 Canterbury Street, Gillingham | 323 yd | |
| New Happy Palace | 247 Canterbury Street, Gillingham | 369 yd | |
| Nawab Indian Takeaway | 245 Canterbury Street, Gillingham | 372 yd | |
| Top Kebab | 249 Canterbury Street, Gillingham | 381 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 70 Duncan Road, Gillingham | 633 yd | |
| Iceland | 141-145 High Street, Gillingham | 734 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 277 Gillingham Road, Gillingham | 740 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Foresters Hall Sturdee Avenue | 761 yd | |
| Gillingham Fc (Priestfield Stadium) PRIESTFIELD STADIUM PRIESTFIELD STADIUM PRIESTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| The Robert Napier School THIRD AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 845 yd |
| Chatham Grammar School For Girls RAINHAM ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Brompton Academy MARLBOROUGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 886 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 | 200.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.