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Sheerness East

About

Sheerness East is a residential area located on the Isle of Sheppey in Swale, Kent. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated close to the town centre of Sheerness, providing easy access to local shops, schools, and amenities. The nearby beach and seafront offer views of the Thames Estuary.

The area has good transport links, including the Sheerness-on-Sea railway station, connecting residents to Sittingbourne and beyond. Sheerness East is also home to several green spaces, such as Beachfields Park, which features play areas and walking paths. The industrial port to the west contrasts with the quieter residential feel of the neighbourhood. Overall, it is a practical location for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Sheerness East has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 213 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sheerness East is £37,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Sheerness East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

213

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Sheerness East Population

6,707

Population density

6,875.4 per km²

Demographics

British

5,811

86.65%

Other White

422

6.29%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.85%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.85%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.66%

Total population: 6,706

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,254

47.92%

Owns outright

578

22.09%

Owns with a mortgage

507

19.37%

Other social rented

159

6.08%

Other forms of private rent

2.45%

Total households: 2,617

Property prices in Sheerness East

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Sheerness East area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £355,000.

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 Sheerness East over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£240,000	£217,500	£227,500	£256,000	£268,800
Flats	3	£125,000	£93,500	£107,500	£132,500	£138,500
Semi-Detached	6	£303,750	£282,500	£291,250	£321,875	£347,500
Terraced	39	£190,000	£144,500	£170,000	£215,500	£241,000

10 years median price trend in Sheerness East

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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