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33,393
Population
11,951
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£51,926
Avg. household income
1,144
Businesses
4,644
People per km²
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About Wayfield

Wayfield is a residential area located in Kent, England, within the ME4 postcode area. It is primarily a suburban neighbourhood, offering a mix of housing options, including family homes and flats. The area is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike.

Transport links are accessible, with bus services connecting residents to nearby towns and cities. Wayfield is also close to the historic town of Chatham, which provides additional shopping and leisure facilities. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with various green spaces available for walking and recreation. Overall, Wayfield provides a practical living environment with essential services and good transport connections.

School Ratings in Wayfield

Families in Wayfield have access to 148 local schools. Fort Pitt Grammar School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wayfield

Homes sell for an average of £294K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £255K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wayfield

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Wayfield, with 312 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wayfield

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wayfield within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Wayfield

There are 59 GP surgeries within three miles of Wayfield, the nearest being Maidstone Road Surgery (0.1 miles away).

Local Data for Wayfield

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Property Prices 5,022 sales

Average Price £294K
£500 , £44.95M
Detached £509K 236
Semi £340K 432
Terraced £255K 2,620
Flat £214K 1,515

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

83 Primary
21 Secondary
44 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 11

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME4 postcode area.

New Horizons Children's Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Holcombe Grammar School Secondary Good 0.3 miles Wayfield Children's Centre 0.5 miles Wayfield Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Bradfields Academy Not applicable Outstanding 0.5 miles INSPIRE Free Special School Not applicable Good 0.5 miles The Rowans Not applicable Outstanding 0.5 miles Balfour Junior School Primary 0.6 miles Warren Wood Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Balfour Infant School Primary 0.7 miles PGW Partnership of Greenacre and Walderslade Not applicable 0.7 miles Walderslade School Secondary 0.7 miles

Household Income in Wayfield ONS 2023

The average total household income in Wayfield is approximately £51,926 a year before tax, 6% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,667. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Wayfield £51,926
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,667.

Businesses in Wayfield ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,144 active businesses based in Wayfield, around 34 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 22 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,144 Total businesses
34 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 2%

Deprivation and Employment in Wayfield IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wayfield experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 23%
Working age 66%
Older 65+ 11%
7,669 Children (0-15) 23%
22,030 Working Age 66%
3,687 Older (65+) 11%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.3% 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 Wayfield 1,533 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Wayfield are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 490
Anti-Social Behaviour 312
Shoplifting 163
Criminal Damage & Arson 133
Other Theft 101
Public Order 81
Drugs 60
Vehicle Crime 56
Other Crime 39
Burglary 34
Robbery 25
Weapons 23
Theft from Person 10
Bicycle Theft 6
Local Policing
Kent Fort Pitt
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

Chatham Train Station 1.3 miles
Halling Train Station 1.5 miles
Rochester Train Station 2 miles
Gillingham (Kent) Train Station 2.2 miles
Strood (Kent) Train Station 2.5 miles
Cuxton Train Station 2.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chatham 0.6 miles Luton 0.9 miles Hale 1.2 miles Borstal 1.4 miles Troy Town 1.4 miles Gillingham 1.8 miles Capstone 1.9 miles Walderslade 1.9 miles Brompton 2 miles Blue Bell Hill 2 miles Lords Wood 2.2 miles Twydall 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Medway
Ward River
Constituency Rochester and Strood
Parish Medway, unparished area
Region South East

Home Ownership in Wayfield

Of the 13,180 households in and around Wayfield, 50% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 31% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 50% Social rented 19% Private rented 31%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wayfield

What is the population of Wayfield?
Wayfield has a population of approximately 33,393 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Wayfield?
The average property in and around Wayfield sold for about £294,356, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 16% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Wayfield a deprived area?
Wayfield sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Wayfield?
Wayfield is covered by the ME4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Wayfield?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Wayfield, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Wayfield?
The nearest railway station to Wayfield is Chatham Train Station, about 1.3 miles away.

Streets in ME4 30 shown View all streets

A230 2 Afghan Road 1 Albany Road 4 Albany Terrace 1 Albert Road 3 Alexandra Road 2 Alfred Close 1 Ansell Avenue 2 Apollo Way 1 Armada Way 1 Aster Drive 2 Athelstan Road 2 Atlanta Court 2 Augustus Way 2 Baffin Close 1 Balfour Road 4 Bank Street 1 Batchelor Street 1 Beaconsfield Road 1 Beresford Avenue 1 Best Street 32 Bittern Way 3 Blenheim Avenue 3 Blockmakers Court 2 Booth Road 1 Boundary Road 5 Bournville Avenue 1 Bradfords Close 2 Bright Road 1 Brisbane Road 2

Postcodes in ME4 50 shown View all postcodes

ME4 3AA ME4 3AB ME4 3AD ME4 3AE ME4 3AF ME4 3AG ME4 3AH ME4 3AJ ME4 3AL ME4 3AN ME4 3AP ME4 3AQ ME4 3AR ME4 3AS ME4 3AT ME4 3AU ME4 3AW ME4 3AX ME4 3AY ME4 3AZ ME4 3BA ME4 3BB ME4 3BD ME4 3BE ME4 3BG ME4 3BH ME4 3BJ ME4 3BL ME4 3EA ME4 3EB ME4 3ED ME4 3EE ME4 3EG ME4 3EL ME4 3EP ME4 3ER ME4 3ES ME4 3ET ME4 3HA ME4 3HB ME4 3HD ME4 3HG ME4 3HN ME4 3HP ME4 3HQ ME4 3HR ME4 3HS ME4 3JA ME4 3JD ME4 3JE