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About

Minster North occupies the northern part of Minster on the Isle of Sheppey, characterised by residential streets and local amenities. The area is largely residential, with housing ranging from post-war developments to more modern estates. It serves as a community-focused neighbourhood, with several schools, shops, and parks catering to daily needs. The presence of Minster Abbey, a significant historical site, provides a central landmark. The area's layout facilitates a quiet, settled atmosphere distinct from the more industrial parts of the island.

The geography is generally flat, with open fields and some light industrial units towards its northern fringes. Transport links include the A249, connecting it to the Sheppey Crossing and the mainland. Recreation is centred around local parks and the proximity to Minster Leas, a stretch of coastline. The area's history is quietly evident in the Abbey's grounds and the surrounding street names, reflecting its long-standing development as part of Swale's largest town on the island.

Area overview

On average Minster North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Minster North is £46,145 per year. There are 2 schools in Minster North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Minster North is home to around 6,584 people, with a population density of about 1,610.0 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
7.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Minster North Population
6,584
Population density
1,610 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
21.87(-31%)
Anti-social behaviour
16.71(+44%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.62(-13%)
Other theft
3.65(-35%)
Public order
2.58(-58%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,194
94.08%
Other White
95
1.44%
African
57
0.87%
Indian
52
0.79%
Irish
34
0.52%
Total population: 6,584

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,374
24.5%
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,040
18.54%
Level 3 (A level)
967
17.24%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
816
14.55%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
799
14.25%
Total 16+ residents: 5,608

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,350
48.53%
Owns with a mortgage
862
30.98%
Private landlord or letting agency
247
8.88%
Other social rented
215
7.73%
Other forms of private rent
61
2.19%
Total households: 2,782

Property prices in Minster North

Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Minster North area, with individual transactions ranging from £152,000 up to £625,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Minster 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 Minster North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached60£375,000
Flats3£165,000
Semi-Detached19£300,000
Terraced7£275,000

10 years median price trend in Minster North

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

All postcodes in Minster North

ME123US

Minster Road

ME122EE

Scrapsgate Road

ME122DG

The Broadway

ME122EH

Noreen Avenue

ME122LA

Minster Drive

ME122LU

Southsea Avenue

ME122RN

The Broadway

ME122EQ

Noreen Avenue

ME122JG

Abbey View Drive

ME122LP

Haywood Avenue

ME122NG

Minster Drive

ME122RF

Magpie Court

ME122RS

Shurland Avenue

ME123AA

Halfway Road

ME122ND

Minster Drive

ME122RG

Mallard Court

ME122RR

The Broadway

ME123NZ

Minster Road

ME122NP

Augustine Road

ME122BF

Ash Lane

ME122DH

The Broadway

ME122FA

Hazel Grove

ME122FD

Silver Birches

ME122SD

The Glen

ME122RH

Bellevue Road

ME122LJ

Whybornes Chase

ME122LS

Scarborough Drive

ME122NR

Shaw Close

ME122HX

Brecon Chase

ME122LQ

Wards Hill Road

ME122DP

Marina Drive

ME122DZ

Kent Avenue

ME122LG

Wards Hill Road

ME122NJ

Seaside Avenue

ME122HJ

Princes Avenue

ME123PB

Minster Road

ME122LL

Wards Hill Road

ME122DA

The Broadway

ME122HR

Highview Road

ME122JR

Glenwood Drive

ME122RT

The Broadway

ME122DT

Abbeyview Drive

ME122HY

Whybornes Chase

ME122JF

Bellevue Road

ME122RP

Saxon Avenue

ME122TE

Marine Parade

ME122JZ

Wards Hill Road

ME122NN

Seaside Avenue

ME122FH

The Willows

ME122HL

Kings Road

ME122SF

Clovelly Drive

ME122FJ

Glenview Close

ME122EG

Ripney Hill

ME123UH

Wheatstone Avenue

ME122JJ

Queenborough Drive

ME122TT

Cardinal Close

ME123UQ

Faraday Drive

ME122LZ

Augustine Road

ME122NA

Seaside Avenue

ME122NF

Scarborough Drive

ME122EA

Scrapsgate Road

ME122JN

Queenborough Drive

ME122NH

Southsea Avenue

ME122DQ

Kent Avenue

ME122NB

Augustine Road

ME122HF

Queens Road

ME122EL

Noreen Avenue

ME122GE

Cliffhouse Avenue

ME122JP

Glenwood Drive

ME122JW

Abbey View Drive

ME122LX

Scarborough Drive

ME122FF

Brookside

ME122DE

The Broadway

ME122DB

Irwin Road

ME122DL

Scrapsgate Road

ME122JX

Southsea Avenue

ME122TR

Brecon Chase

ME122EJ

Noreen Avenue

ME122SB

The Broadway

ME123UL

Faraday Drive

ME122GB

Wards Hill Road

ME122RU

Woodland Drive

ME123DN

Power Station Road

ME123UG

Baird Way

ME122EF

Marian Avenue

ME122HQ

Scarborough Drive

ME122NQ

Scarborough Drive

ME122RY

Hillside Road

ME122SA

Waverley Avenue

ME122LR

Westcliff Drive

ME122NE

Augustine Road

ME122FE

The Lilacs

ME122LH

Wards Hill Road

ME122DF

The Broadway

ME123PA

Minster Road

ME122HN

Union Road

ME122JA

Scarborough Drive

ME122LY

Howard Close

ME122RL

The Broadway

ME122RW

The Broadway

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.