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Medway is a unitary authority in Kent, South East England, located along the River Medway. The area includes the towns of Rochester, Chatham, and Gillingham, known for their maritime and military history. The district has a mix of urban and semi-rural landscapes, with industrial areas alongside historic sites and green spaces.

Medway is home to several landmarks, including Rochester Cathedral and Upnor Castle. The river plays a key role in the area’s economy and transport links, with connections to London and the coast. The district has a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to a growing population. Education and healthcare facilities are well-established, with universities and hospitals serving the community.

Area overview

On average Medway has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Medway is £47,933 per year. There are 116 schools in Medway: 77 primary (4 Outstanding and 64 Good) and 19 secondary (2 Outstanding and 14 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

102

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Medway Population

279,773

Population density

1,444.2 per km²

Demographics

British

218,953

78.26%

Other White

13,710

4.9%

African

11,266

4.03%

Indian

7,693

2.75%

Other

3,508

1.25%

Total population: 279,773

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

37,734

33.86%

Owns outright

34,388

30.85%

Private landlord or letting agency

20,219

18.14%

Other social rented

10,577

9.49%

Social rents from council

4,553

4.08%

Total households: 111,457

Property prices in Medway

Based on 3,138 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Medway area, with individual transactions ranging from £59,950 up to £1,310,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Medway over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	465	£465,000	£300,000	£400,000	£575,000	£790,000
Flats	313	£180,000	£85,600	£145,000	£225,000	£283,200
Semi-Detached	970	£350,000	£250,000	£305,000	£400,000	£498,650
Terraced	1,390	£280,000	£195,000	£245,000	£318,000	£395,000

10 years median price trend in Medway

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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