Cliffe Woods, Kent | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Cliffe Woods

Cliffe Woods is located in Kent, England, within the ME3 postcode area. This area is primarily residential and offers a mix of modern housing and green spaces. The woods themselves provide a natural environment for walking and enjoying the outdoors, making it a suitable spot for families and individuals looking to engage in recreational activities.

The local amenities include a primary school and a few shops, catering to the everyday needs of residents. Cliffe Woods is also well-connected to nearby towns, allowing for easy access to additional facilities and services. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for further exploration, with various paths and trails for walking and cycling.

School Ratings in Cliffe Woods

There are 101 schools in and around Cliffe Woods. Leigh Academy High Halstow is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cliffe Woods

The average property price is £388K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £335K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cliffe Woods

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Cliffe Woods, with 19 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cliffe Woods

Cliffe Woods sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Cliffe Woods

There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Cliffe Woods, the nearest being Highparks Medical Practice (164 yards away).

Local Data for Cliffe Woods

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Property Prices 4,204 sales

Average Price £388K

£2K , £47M

Detached £495K 1,210

Semi £335K 1,683

Terraced £278K 953

Flat £178K 260

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

55 Primary

16 Secondary

30 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME3 postcode area.

Cliffe Woods Primary School Primary 0.4 miles City of Rochester School Not applicable Good 0.4 miles Higham Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles St Helen's Church of England Primary School, Cliffe Primary Good 1.6 miles Chattenden Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Wainscott Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles The Children's Centre at Temple Mill Good 1.9 miles Temple Mill Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Hilltop Primary School Primary 2 miles Maritime Academy Secondary 2.1 miles Gad's Hill School Not applicable 2.2 miles English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School Primary 2.3 miles

Household Income in Cliffe Woods ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cliffe Woods is approximately £58,390 a year before tax, 6% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,201. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cliffe Woods £58,390

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,201.

Businesses in Cliffe Woods ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,210 active businesses based in Cliffe Woods, around 40 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,210 Total businesses

40 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 9%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Cliffe Woods IMD 2025

Cliffe Woods sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation

5/10

Income

7/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

6/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

7/10

Children 0-15 19%

Working age 60%

Older 65+ 21%

5,741 Children (0-15) 19%

18,096 Working Age 60%

6,141 Older (65+) 20%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.3% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households

Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Cliffe Woods 86 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Cliffe Woods records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 40

Anti-Social Behaviour 19

Criminal Damage & Arson 8

Other Theft 5

Burglary 4

Public Order 3

Drugs 2

Shoplifting 2

Other Crime 2

Vehicle Crime 1

Local Policing

Kent Strood Rural [email protected]

Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Higham Train Station 1.3 miles

Strood (Kent) Train Station 2.7 miles

Rochester Train Station 3.1 miles

Halling Train Station 3.6 miles

Chatham Train Station 3.9 miles

Gillingham (Kent) Train Station 4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Mockbeggar 0.6 miles Cooling Street 0.9 miles Lower Higham 1.2 miles Church Street 1.4 miles Noke Street 1.4 miles Wainscott 1.4 miles Higham 1.8 miles Chattenden 1.8 miles West Street 1.9 miles Cliffe 1.9 miles Lower Upnor 2.2 miles Broad Street 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Medway

County Kent

Ward Peninsula

Constituency Rochester and Strood

Parish Isle of Grain

Region South East

Home Ownership in Cliffe Woods

Of the 11,900 households in and around Cliffe Woods, 79% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 79% Social rented 11% Private rented 10%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cliffe Woods.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cliffe Woods

What is the population of Cliffe Woods?

Cliffe Woods has a population of approximately 29,985 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Cliffe Woods?

The average property in and around Cliffe Woods sold for about £388,195, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 11% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Cliffe Woods a deprived area?

Cliffe Woods sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Cliffe Woods?

Cliffe Woods is covered by the ME3 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Cliffe Woods?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Cliffe Woods, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Cliffe Woods?

The nearest railway station to Cliffe Woods is Higham Train Station, about 1.3 miles away.

Streets in ME3 30 shown View all streets

A228 2 Abbots Court Road 3 All Saints Road 2 Allhallows Road 7 Archery Close 1 Armstrong Close 1 Armytage Close 1 Ash Crescent 1 Ashcroft Road 1 Aveling Close 1 Avery Close 1 Avery Way 15 Bardolf Close 1 Baryntyne Crescent 1 Battlesmere Road 1 Beacon Hill Lane 1 Beech Grove 2 Beech Road 1 Bell's Lane 10 Bellwood Court 1 Berberis Gardens 1 Berry Road 2 Berry Wood Close 1 Binney Road 5 Blackman Close 1 Bogarde Drive 1 Bourdon Close 1 Braeburn Drive 1 Branta Fields 3 Brewer Road 4

Postcodes in ME3 50 shown View all postcodes

ME3 0AB ME3 0AE ME3 0AG ME3 0AJ ME3 0AP ME3 0AR ME3 0AU ME3 0AW ME3 0AY ME3 0AZ ME3 0BA ME3 0BB ME3 0BE ME3 0BG ME3 0BH ME3 0BJ ME3 0BL ME3 0BN ME3 0BQ ME3 0BS ME3 0BT ME3 0BU ME3 0BW ME3 0BX ME3 0BY ME3 0BZ ME3 0DA ME3 0DB ME3 0DD ME3 0DF ME3 0DG ME3 0DH ME3 0DJ ME3 0DL ME3 0DN ME3 0DP ME3 0DQ ME3 0DR ME3 0DS ME3 0DT ME3 0DU ME3 0DW ME3 0DX ME3 0EB ME3 0ED ME3 0EE ME3 0EF ME3 0EG ME3 0EH ME3 0EJ

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