Medway

Terraced properties make up the largest proportion of housing stock at 37.7 per cent, though detached homes are also common at 14.4 per cent. Owner-occupation stands at 64.7 per cent. The affordability ratio is 8.3, based on median earnings of £37,128. About 45 per cent of neighbourhoods in England are more deprived than Medway on average. Crime is reported at 9.3 per 1,000 population, with violent crime the largest category at 899 incidents. The area has 115 schools including 6 grammar schools, with 37 of 41 Ofsted-rated schools rated good or better. Health facilities include 33 GP surgeries, 47 dentists and 4 hospitals. Air quality is moderate, with nitrogen dioxide at 10.8 micrograms per cubic metre and fine particulate matter at 7.4. Connectivity is strong: 80.4 per cent of premises have gigabit-capable broadband, and 95.6 per cent have superfast speeds. Employment stands at 59.5 per cent, with retail and wholesale the largest sector at 15.3 per cent.