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51,871
Population
20,015
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£55,835
Avg. household income
1,363
Businesses
3,353
People per km²
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About Kemsley Street

Kemsley Street is located in the county of Kent, England, within the ME7 postcode area. This street is part of the town of Gillingham and is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles that reflect the architectural trends of various periods. The area is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike.

The street is easily accessible by public transport, with bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities. Gillingham railway station is not far away, providing further links to London and other destinations in Kent. Kemsley Street is situated close to the River Medway, offering opportunities for riverside walks and outdoor activities in the surrounding area.

School Ratings in Kemsley Street

Kemsley Street is served by 121 schools. Brompton Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Kemsley Street

Property prices average £269K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £238K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Kemsley Street

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Kemsley Street, with 314 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Kemsley Street

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Kemsley Street falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Kemsley Street

There are 29 GP surgeries within three miles of Kemsley Street, the nearest being Parkwood Family Practice (0.9 miles away).

Local Data for Kemsley Street

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Property Prices 6,449 sales

Average Price £269K
£100 , £6M
Detached £500K 572
Semi £322K 827
Terraced £238K 3,881
Flat £171K 917

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

68 Primary
20 Secondary
33 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 13

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME7 postcode area.

Bredhurst Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Deanwood Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Deanwood Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Fairview Community Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Parkwood Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Hempstead Junior School Primary Good 1.2 miles Hempstead Infant School Primary Good 1.4 miles Miers Court Children's Centre Good 1.8 miles Miers Court Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Swingate Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.9 miles

Household Income in Kemsley Street ONS 2023

The average total household income in Kemsley Street is approximately £55,835 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,493. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Kemsley Street £55,835
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,493.

Businesses in Kemsley Street ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,363 active businesses based in Kemsley Street, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,363 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Kemsley Street IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Kemsley Street in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 66%
Older 65+ 13%
10,999 Children (0-15) 21%
34,031 Working Age 66%
6,845 Older (65+) 13%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.3% 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 Kemsley Street 1,294 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Kemsley Street is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 442
Anti-Social Behaviour 314
Criminal Damage & Arson 109
Other Theft 92
Shoplifting 81
Public Order 59
Other Crime 45
Vehicle Crime 39
Drugs 38
Burglary 31
Weapons 16
Robbery 12
Bicycle Theft 11
Theft from Person 5
Local Policing
Kent Boxley Downs
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

Rainham (Kent) Train Station 2.5 miles
Newington Train Station 3.7 miles
Bearsted Train Station 4 miles
Gillingham (Kent) Train Station 4.1 miles
Chatham Train Station 4.4 miles
Halling Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bredhurst 0.6 miles Park Wood 0.6 miles Scragged Oak 0.6 miles Dunn Street 0.9 miles Farthing Corner 0.9 miles Yelsted 1.2 miles Lidsing 1.2 miles Wigmore 1.2 miles Lower Cox Street 1.4 miles Hempstead 1.4 miles Meresborough 1.8 miles Hill Green 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Medway
County Kent
Ward Gillingham South
Constituency Gillingham and Rainham
Parish Medway, unparished area
Region South East

Home Ownership in Kemsley Street

Of the 20,166 households in and around Kemsley Street, 56% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 31% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 56% Social rented 13% Private rented 31%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Kemsley Street.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kemsley Street

What is the population of Kemsley Street?
Kemsley Street has a population of approximately 51,871 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Kemsley Street?
The average property in and around Kemsley Street sold for about £268,687, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 23% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Kemsley Street a deprived area?
Kemsley Street sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Kemsley Street?
Kemsley Street is covered by the ME7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Kemsley Street?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Kemsley Street, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Kemsley Street?
The nearest railway station to Kemsley Street is Rainham (Kent) Train Station, about 2.5 miles away.

Streets in ME7 30 shown View all streets

Academy Drive 2 Acorn Road 1 Adelaide Road 1 Albany Road 3 Albany Terrace 1 Albert Road 1 Alexandra Avenue 2 Allison Avenue 4 Almond Grove 2 Ambley Road 1 Amherst Redoubt 1 Archbishops Crescent 2 Arden Street 7 Ashburn Mews 1 Audley Avenue 2 Augusta Close 1 Avondale Road 1 Baden Road 2 Balmoral Road 14 Banksview Drive 1 Barncroft Drive 1 Barnsole Road 18 Baron Close 2 Bayeux Gardens 1 Beaconsfield Avenue 1 Beatty Avenue 5 Belmont Road 3 Beresford Road 4 Birch Grove 5 Black Rock Gardens 1

Postcodes in ME7 50 shown View all postcodes

ME7 1AA ME7 1AB ME7 1AD ME7 1AE ME7 1AF ME7 1AG ME7 1AJ ME7 1AL ME7 1AQ ME7 1AS ME7 1AU ME7 1AX ME7 1AY ME7 1AZ ME7 1BA ME7 1BB ME7 1BD ME7 1BE ME7 1BF ME7 1BG ME7 1BJ ME7 1BL ME7 1BP ME7 1BQ ME7 1BS ME7 1BW ME7 1BX ME7 1BY ME7 1BZ ME7 1DA ME7 1DB ME7 1DD ME7 1DE ME7 1DF ME7 1DG ME7 1DH ME7 1DJ ME7 1DL ME7 1DN ME7 1DP ME7 1DQ ME7 1DR ME7 1DS ME7 1DT ME7 1DU ME7 1DW ME7 1DX ME7 1DY ME7 1DZ ME7 1EA