How deprived is Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 15616 of 32844 in country).

What home types are most common in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden?

Housing mix: detached 49.7%, semi-detached 24.6%.

What's the average income in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden?

Average resident income is about £46,000 per year.

What are house prices in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden?

Based on 51 recent sales, the median price is £450,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How many households are in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden?

There are 2,501 households in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden

What's the Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden population and density?

Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden population is 6,208 with density 93.9 per km².

How much social housing is near Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden?

About 6.6% across the Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden area.

How safe is Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden?

Crime level in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden is moderate with about 51 crimes per 1,000 residents.

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Q: What schools in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Ashford / Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden

About

The Biddenden, Smarden, and High Halden area lies in the heart of the Kent countryside, known for its rolling farmland and picturesque villages. Biddenden is famous for its cider production and historic timber-framed houses, while Smarden is recognised for its well-preserved medieval architecture, including the 14th-century church. High Halden offers a quieter rural charm, with woodland walks and traditional pubs. The area is surrounded by orchards and hop gardens, reflecting Kent's agricultural heritage.

Transport links include the A28, connecting the villages to Ashford and Tenterden, while the M20 provides access to London. Local amenities include village shops, primary schools, and community events such as Biddenden's May Day celebrations. The countryside offers walking trails, including the Greensand Way, which passes through the area. The villages maintain a strong sense of community, with active parish councils and local societies.

Area overview

On average Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden is £46,000 per year. There are 4 schools in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

6.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden Population

6,208

Population density

93.9 per km²

Demographics

British

5,720

92.12%

Other White

147

2.37%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

1.51%

Irish

0.72%

Other Asian

0.56%

Total population: 6,209

Housing

Owns outright

1,216

48.6%

Owns with a mortgage

732

29.26%

Private landlord or letting agency

203

8.11%

Social rents from council

183

7.31%

Other social rented

2.88%

Total households: 2,502

Property prices in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden area, with individual transactions ranging from £157,500 up to £1,850,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	25	£649,950	£278,500	£467,500	£800,000	£1,250,000
Semi-Detached	16	£405,000	£179,625	£292,000	£480,375	£587,500
Terraced	10	£280,000	£199,163	£245,000	£311,000	£405,000

10 years price trend in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden

All postcodes in Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden

TN278PG

Bedlam Lane

TN263ER

Ashford Road

TN263JA

Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden

TN263JH

Plurenden Road

TN278BS

Biddenden Road

TN278BW

Tenterden Road

TN278DA

Cedar Lane

TN278JX

Smarden Road

TN278PQ

Bedlam Lane

TN306SU

Biddenden Road

TN263HZ

Ashford Road

TN263LN

Ashford Road

TN278AJ

High Street

TN278AT

Cloth Hall Gardens

TN278DB

Beech Walk

TN278DD

Old Mill Court

TN278ED

Chulkhurst Close

TN278FN

Long Meadow Drive

TN306TE

Biddenden Road

TN263LR

Ashford Road

TN278DG

Chulkhurst Close

TN278LN

Hareplain Road

TN278NB

The Street

TN278NE

Green Lane

TN278QN

Snughorne Lane

TN278QQ

Biddenden Road

TN278RG

Pluckley Road

TN278EB

Church View

TN278EY

Sissinghurst Road

TN278AR

Townland Close

TN306ST

Biddenden Road

TN263HS

High Halden Road

TN263NG

Ashford Road

TN278BF

High Halden Road

TN278EN

Fosten Lane

TN278HD

Sissinghurst Road

TN278JH

Pook Lane

TN278JR

Pook Lane

TN278NA

The Street

TN278NT

Bell Lane

TN278NX

Bell Lane

TN278QA

Haslewood Close

TN278DX

Benenden Road

TN263BX

Ashford Road

TN263HF

Bethersden Road

TN263HL

Bethersden Road

TN263LS

Church Hill

TN263NQ

Ashford Road

TN278BH

Tenterden Road

TN278BL

Tenterden Road

TN278BQ

Benenden Road

TN278DT

Sissinghurst Road

TN278DZ

Fosten Lane

TN278EJ

Sissinghurst Road

TN278FJ

Biddenden, Smarden & High Halden

TN278PN

Headcorn Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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