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Minster North

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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.

Data Sources

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