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Gillingham North

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About

Gillingham North is a residential area located in the Medway Towns, Kent. It is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some post-war developments. The area is served by local amenities, including schools, convenience stores, and small parks, catering to everyday needs. Public transport links provide access to central Gillingham and nearby towns.

The area is close to the Medway Maritime Hospital, one of the largest employers in the region. Gillingham North has a practical, suburban feel, with quiet streets and green spaces like Darland Banks offering walking routes. While it lacks major retail or entertainment hubs, its proximity to central Gillingham ensures easy access to shopping and leisure facilities. The area is mostly residential, with a focus on community and convenience.

Area overview

On average Gillingham North has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 160 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gillingham North is £40,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Gillingham North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
160
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
15.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Gillingham North Population
8,036
Population density
10,346.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,911
61.08%
African
862
10.72%
Other White
654
8.13%
Indian
234
2.91%
Caribbean
216
2.69%
Total population: 8,040

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,268
40.43%
Owns with a mortgage
699
22.29%
Owns outright
537
17.12%
Social rents from council
267
8.51%
Other social rented
155
4.94%
Total households: 3,136

Property prices in Gillingham North

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Gillingham North area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £410,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Gillingham North in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Gillingham North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats19£185,000
Semi-Detached7£250,000
Terraced37£240,000

10 years median price trend in Gillingham North

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gillingham North.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.