Deanwood Drive is in Gillingham and in Gillingham district. ME8 9LL is located in the Rainham South East 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 Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, ME8 9LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: ME8 9QR, ME8 9QP, ME8 9JJ, ME8 9JL, ME8 9QS, ME8 9RB, ME8 9RA, ME8 9QW, ME8 9RH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around ME8 9LL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 51.1% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.9% | -2.8% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of ME8 9LL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 28.5% | 28.1% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 57.4% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.9% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 4.7% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 52.9% | 53.4% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 36% | 29.6% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 11.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 8.2% | 13.3% | 5.1% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 7% | -9.5% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 14.8% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.8% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 21.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 32.4% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 92.8% | 88% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 87.8% 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 | 91.6% | 87.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 4.9% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 87.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Deanwood Drive was 83.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.3% higher than the Rainham North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Deanwood Drive has the 29th highest crime rate of 88 local areas in Rainham North and the 303rd highest crime rate of 820 local areas in Medway .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 106 Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2018-04-27 | £452,939 |
| 108 Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2006-11-30 | £432,799 |
| 100 Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2006-08-31 | £456,973 |
| 102 Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2006-07-31 | £437,117 |
| 102 Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, Medway Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2000-08-11 | £301,895 |
ME8 9LL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Primary School Deanwood Drive , Rainham ME8 9LP | - not rated | 302 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood Primary School Deanwood Drive , Rainham ME8 9LP | 2out of 4 | 302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Wood Junior School Deanwood Drive , Rainham ME8 9LP | - not rated | 357 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Deanwood Drive , Rainham ME8 9NP | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Wood Infant School Long Catlis Road , Wigmore ME8 9TX | - not rated | 638 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 | - not rated | 2,027 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Rainham School for Girls Derwent Way , Rainham ME8 0BX | 3out of 4 | 2,027 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Howard School Derwent Way , Rainham ME8 0BX | 3out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Howard School Derwent Way , Rainham ME8 0BX | - not rated | 2,178 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Rainham Otterham Quay Lane , Rainham ME8 8GS | 3out of 4 | 2,754 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 1,694 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Medway Education Trust Acorn Study Centre , 46 Orchard Street ME8 9AB | - not rated | 2,070 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Isp Rainham Old Church , High Street ME8 8AY | - not rated | 2,370 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meredale Independent Primary School Solomon Road , ME8 8EB | - not rated | 2,569 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Danecourt School Hotel Road , ME8 6AA | 3out of 4 | 3,705 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Cafe | 4 Parkwood Green Shopping Centre, Parkwood | 365 yd | |
| KFC | Farthing Corner Motorway Services, Farthing Corner Motorway Services Area | 944 yd | |
| Costa | Moto Services, Farthing Corner Motorway Services Area | 944 yd | |
| Burger King | Burger King, Moto Services | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Community Association | Parkwood Community Assoc, Parkwood Community Centre | 365 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Kebab And Pizza House | 25 Parkwood Green Shopping Centre, Parkwood | 382 yd | |
| Family Kebab Fish & Chips / Next Level Pizza | 49 Peverel Green, Parkwood | 441 yd | |
| Fairview Chinese Takeaway | 159 Fairview Avenue, Wigmore | 958 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Augustine'S Of Canterbury Catholic Primary School DEANWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Deanwood Primary School And Children'S Centre LONG CATLIS ROAD | grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Fairview School DREWERY DRIVE | grass pitches | 903 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 | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.