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Rainham North

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About

Rainham North is a residential ward located in the Medway Towns, Kent. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It sits to the north of Rainham town centre, offering easy access to local amenities while maintaining a quieter, more residential feel. The ward is bordered by the A2 road, providing direct links to Medway and London.

Green spaces like Riverside Country Park and Berengrave Nature Reserve are nearby, offering walking trails and wildlife areas. Public transport includes regular bus services connecting Rainham North to Gillingham, Chatham, and other parts of Medway. The ward has several schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to families and long-term residents. Industrial estates on the outskirts provide local employment opportunities.

Area overview

On average Rainham North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rainham North is £44,803 per year. There are 4 schools in Rainham North: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
69
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
8.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Rainham North

Based on 221 recent sales, the median property price is £358,000 in Rainham North area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £985,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Rainham 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 Rainham North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached55£450,000
Flats8£176,000
Semi-Detached92£365,000
Terraced66£294,000

10 years median price trend in Rainham North

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

Data Sources

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