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About

Barming is a suburban area located in the northwest of Maidstone, Kent. It lies along the A26 road, connecting it to the town centre and nearby villages. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including detached homes, terraces, and modern developments. Barming has good transport links, with a railway station providing services to Maidstone and London.

The area features local amenities such as shops, schools, and pubs, catering to everyday needs. Barming borders the River Medway, offering green spaces and walking paths along the riverbank. While quieter than central Maidstone, it provides easy access to the town’s retail and leisure facilities. The community has a mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals, drawn by its convenient location.

Area overview

On average Barming has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barming is £58,700 per year. There are 5 schools in Barming: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

121

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Barming Population

11,061

Population density

3,665.4 per km²

Demographics

British

8,067

72.9%

Other White

785

7.09%

Other Asian

538

4.86%

Indian

502

4.54%

African

269

2.43%

Total population: 11,066

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,442

34.16%

Owns outright

1,073

25.42%

Private landlord or letting agency

734

17.39%

Other social rented

624

14.78%

Shared ownership

137

3.25%

Total households: 4,221

Property prices in Barming

Based on 121 recent sales, the median property price is £329,000 in Barming area, with individual transactions ranging from £86,000 up to £875,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Barming over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	18	£492,500	£386,000	£450,500	£595,000	£763,875
Flats	26	£195,000	£102,000	£161,375	£223,125	£288,750
Semi-Detached	31	£387,500	£280,000	£352,500	£425,000	£470,000
Terraced	46	£310,000	£226,375	£277,250	£336,500	£381,250

10 years median price trend in Barming

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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