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About

Biddenden ward is located in the borough of Ashford, Kent. It covers the village of Biddenden and surrounding rural areas. The ward is known for its historic charm, with timber-framed buildings and a medieval church. The area is primarily agricultural, with vineyards and orchards contributing to the local economy.

The ward features a mix of residential and open countryside, offering a quiet, rural lifestyle. Biddenden is home to several local businesses, including the famous Biddenden Vineyards. The village has a strong community feel, with annual events like the Biddenden Tractorfest drawing visitors. Transport links include nearby A-roads, providing access to Ashford town centre and other parts of Kent.

Area overview

On average Biddenden has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Biddenden is £46,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Biddenden: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 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

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Biddenden Population

3,044

Population density

101.9 per km²

Demographics

British

2,805

92.12%

Other White

2.46%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

1.02%

Irish

0.99%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.69%

Total population: 3,045

Housing

Owns outright

671

51.98%

Owns with a mortgage

351

27.19%

Private landlord or letting agency

101

7.82%

Social rents from council

6.89%

Other social rented

2.79%

Total households: 1,291

Property prices in Biddenden

Based on 19 recent sales, the median property price is £435,000 in Biddenden area, with individual transactions ranging from £187,000 up to £1,400,000.

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 Biddenden over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	9	£955,000	£474,000	£810,000	£1,060,000	£1,340,000
Semi-Detached	7	£380,000	£211,300	£317,750	£412,500	£557,500
Terraced	3	£320,000	£248,000	£280,000	£335,000	£347,000

10 years median price trend in Biddenden

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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