Gillingham North

Gillingham North is a mainly residential ward in the northern part of Gillingham, with a mix of housing types arranged around parade streets, small shopping parades and green spaces. The area contains primary schools, a health centre and community buildings that host local groups and activities. Regular bus services run through the ward, providing links to Gillingham town centre and other parts of Medway, and local roads give straightforward access to the wider road network. Small parks and play areas are scattered through the neighbourhood and allotments are used by local gardeners.

Hempstead Valley shopping centre sits on the ward’s northern side and anchors a cluster of shops, a cinema and leisure outlets used by residents across Gillingham North. Sports clubs, a community centre and occasional local markets provide focal points for neighbourhood life. Street-level retail, school gates and community noticeboards form the everyday geography of the area, and practical amenities such as pharmacies, convenience stores and takeaways are within walking distance for many households.