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About

Rede Common is a designated Local Nature Reserve situated on the southern edge of Gillingham. The area consists of a mix of open grassland and young woodland, with several informal footpaths crossing the terrain. Its open character provides a contrast to the surrounding urban development.

The site is notable for its geological significance, containing a rare outcropping of Ragstone. This limestone rock formation is a specific feature of the local landscape. The common serves as a habitat for various grassland species and is managed to maintain its ecological value.

Area overview

On average Rede Common has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 90 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Rede Common is £52,517 per year. There are 3 schools in Rede Common: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Rede Common is home to around 6,492 people, with a population density of about 5,004.2 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
90
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
31.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rede Common Population
6,492
Population density
5,004.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
54.53(+72%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.1(+23%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.93(+38%)
Public order
5.7(-6%)
Other theft
4.93(-12%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,211
80.21%
Other White
352
5.42%
African
239
3.68%
Indian
120
1.85%
Other
91
1.4%
Total population: 6,497

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,292
25.66%
Level 4+ (Degree)
986
19.58%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
827
16.43%
Level 3 (A level)
790
15.69%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
681
13.53%
Total 16+ residents: 5,035

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
739
29.62%
Owns outright
683
27.37%
Other social rented
619
24.81%
Private landlord or letting agency
256
10.26%
Social rents from council
119
4.77%
Total households: 2,495

Property prices in Rede Common

Based on 52 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Rede Common area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Rede Common 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 Rede Common over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats7£148,000
Detached4£486,750
Terraced19£300,000
Semi-Detached22£340,000

10 years median price trend in Rede Common

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Rede Common.

All postcodes in Rede Common

ME23JX

Stour Close

ME22UY

Bligh Way

ME23JH

Watling Street

ME22XJ

Bligh Way

ME22TL

Chetney Close

ME22DS

Witham Way

ME22SJ

Widgeon Road

ME22EH

Dart Close

ME22TN

Parkfields

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.