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Bircholt ward is located in the northern part of Ashford, Kent. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraced properties, and modern developments. It is bordered by the A28 road, providing easy access to Ashford town center and nearby villages. The ward also includes parts of the Orbital Park business estate, which contributes to local employment opportunities.

Green spaces in Bircholt include Bircholt Road Playing Fields and smaller parks, offering recreational areas for residents. The ward is served by several local schools and has convenient access to amenities such as supermarkets and healthcare facilities. Public transport links connect Bircholt to other parts of Ashford, making it a practical location for commuters. The area maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere while remaining close to the town's main services.

Area overview

On average Bircholt has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 28 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bircholt is £57,837 per year. There are 4 schools in Bircholt: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bircholt Population

2,779

Population density

82.5 per km²

Demographics

British

2,600

93.66%

Other White

2.74%

Irish

0.97%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.5%

Other Asian

0.47%

Total population: 2,776

Housing

Owns outright

552

47.96%

Owns with a mortgage

370

32.15%

Private landlord or letting agency

123

10.69%

Social rents from council

5.21%

Other forms of private rent

2.26%

Total households: 1,151

Property prices in Bircholt

Based on 30 recent sales, the median property price is £480,000 in Bircholt area, with individual transactions ranging from £256,000 up to £1,525,000.

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 Bircholt over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	20	£555,000	£350,250	£442,000	£588,750	£940,750
Semi-Detached	6	£465,000	£345,288	£431,875	£485,000	£565,000
Terraced	4	£257,500	£256,150	£256,750	£324,750	£484,950

10 years median price trend in Bircholt

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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