About Sheerness

Sheerness is a town located on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent, England. It lies along the north coast of the island and is part of the Swale district. The town has a rich maritime heritage, with its origins dating back to the 16th century when it was established as a naval dockyard. Today, Sheerness features a mix of residential areas, shops, and local amenities, making it a functional place for its residents. The town is home to Sheerness Port, which plays a significant role in trade and shipping activities. Visitors can enjoy the seafront, which offers views of the Thames Estuary and opportunities for leisurely walks. Additionally, Sheerness has several parks and green spaces, providing areas for recreation. The local community is active, with various events and activities taking place throughout the year, contributing to the town's sense of community.

School Ratings in Sheerness

Families in Sheerness have access to 20 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Sheerness

Homes sell for an average of £282K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £206K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Sheerness

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Sheerness, with 55 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Sheerness

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Sheerness within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Sheerness

Sheerness benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,332 sales

Average Price £282K
£1K — £40M
Detached £356K 1,544
Semi £266K 1,344
Terraced £206K 1,784
Flat £131K 273

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
2 Secondary
6 Other
Seashells Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Rose Street Primary School Primary 0.6 miles St Edward's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles EKC Sheppey Secondary Secondary 1.1 miles Richmond Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles West Minster Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Halfway Houses Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Nore Academy 1.8 miles St. James' Children's Centre Good 1.9 miles St James Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 1.9 miles Queenborough School and Nursery Primary Outstanding 2.1 miles Leigh Academy Minster Secondary 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Sheerness IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Sheerness 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
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
2/10
Health
3/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
7/10
8,702 Children (0-15) 19%
28,138 Working Age 62%
11,699 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 47.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 23.5% 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 Sheerness 198 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Sheerness is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

80 Violence & Sexual Offences
55 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Other Theft
9 Vehicle Crime
7 Drugs
5 Public Order
4 Other Crime
2 Burglary
2 Weapons
2 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
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

Sheerness-On-Sea Train Station 0.4 miles
Queenborough Train Station 2.1 miles
Swale Train Station 4 miles
Kemsley Train Station 5.7 miles
Shoeburyness Train Station 6.1 miles
Thorpe Bay Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Blue Town 0 yards Mile Town 0.6 miles Marine Town 0.9 miles West Minster 1.2 miles Halfway Houses 1.8 miles Queenborough 1.9 miles Scrapsgate 2 miles Grain 2 miles Rushenden 2.6 miles Minster 2.8 miles East End 3.3 miles Middle Stoke 5 miles

Local Government

District Swale
County Kent
Ward Sheerness
Constituency Sittingbourne and Sheppey
Parish Sheerness
Region South East

Streets in ME12 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Abbeyview Drive 3 Acorn Street 1 Adelaide Gardens 1 Admirals Walk 1 Alder Close 1 Alexandra Road 3 Allen Court 1 Alma Road 7 Alma Street 3 Almond Tree Close 1 Alston Close 1 Anne Boleyn Close 2 Appledore Avenue 1 Appleford Drive 4 Ashley Close 1 Aspen Drive 2 Augustine Road 5 Back Lane 1 Baldwin Road 2 Banner Way 1 Bartletts Close 1 Barton Hill Drive 5 Bay View Gardens 1 Beach Approach 3 Beach Street 7 Beckley Road 1 Belgrave Avenue 4 Belgrave Road 3 Bell Alley 1

Postcodes in ME12 50 shown View all postcodes

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