ME11 (Queenborough, Isle of Sheppey) demonstrates rental dynamics outpacing capital appreciation. Over five years, rental growth averaged 5.3% annually against property price growth of 1.7%, indicating a yield-focused market. The district scores 57.4/100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the 86th percentile nationally, suggesting moderate upside potential. Population growth of 1.1% over five years reflects modest demographic expansion. The postcode is classified at a latent gentrification stage, meaning tangible urban regeneration and socioeconomic shifts have yet to materialise significantly. This profile suggests investors prioritising rental income over capital gains may find the fundamentals more compelling than those seeking rapid property appreciation in the medium term.
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- 1Property prices up 1.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.3% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.1% per year
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What's changing in Queenborough · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 2.5 points this month to 55/100, driven mainly by safety.
1 planning application submitted in ME11 over the last six months.
- Demolition of existing roof and erection of second floor flat roof extension with 3no. rooflights and balcony.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Queenborough (ME11) common questions
Is Queenborough up and coming?
Queenborough (ME11) has a trajectory score of 55/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 23% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 3.4 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Queenborough safe?
Queenborough has a safety score of 20/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Queenborough?
The average property price in Queenborough (ME11) is £296k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Queenborough?
The median monthly rent in Queenborough (ME11) is £1,122 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Queenborough?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Sittingbourne (ME10), Sittingbourne (ME9), Rochester (ME3), Westcliff-On-Sea (SS0), Southend-On-Sea (SS2). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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