Gillingham South is a residential ward in Medway, Kent, covering the southern part of Gillingham. The area includes a mix of housing, from terraced homes to postwar developments, with some local amenities serving the community. Gillingham Green and the surrounding streets form a central part of the ward, with parks and green spaces providing recreational areas. The ward is bordered by the A2, offering transport links to nearby towns and London.
The area has several schools, including St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School, and is close to Medway Hospital. Gillingham High Street, just north of the ward, provides shopping and dining options. Public transport includes bus routes connecting to Chatham and Rochester. While primarily residential, Gillingham South has pockets of light industry and commercial activity near the railway line. The ward has a suburban character, with a focus on local services and community facilities.
On average Gillingham South has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 206 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gillingham South is £44,209 per year. There are 5 schools in Gillingham South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Windsor Road
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Gillingham Central
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Shakespeare Road
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Shakespeare Road
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Green Street
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Gardiner Street
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Otway Street
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Gillingham South
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Trafalgar Street
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Britton Street
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Marlborough Road
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Chatham Maritime
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James Street
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