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Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University

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About

The Blean Forest area on the outskirts of Canterbury comprises ancient woodland, one of the largest in southern England. The landscape is defined by dense oak and sweet chestnut stands, crossed by a network of public footpaths and bridleways. This semi-natural habitat is a designated national nature reserve, managed for conservation. The forest edges transition into the small village of Chartham Hatch, characterised by scattered housing and agricultural land.

To the east, the University of Kent campus occupies a prominent hilltop position with modernist architecture and sweeping views. The area functions around the academic calendar, with student housing and facilities concentrated near the campus. A specific local landmark is the woodland burial ground situated within the forest, offering a natural interment site. The overall setting mixes secluded woodland with the structured environment of a university precinct.

Area overview

On average Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 32 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University is £66,641 per year. There are 7 schools in Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University is home to around 11,032 people, with a population density of about 325.9 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
32
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
4.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University Population
11,032
Population density
325.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
14.23(-55%)
Other theft
5.44(-3%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.35(-71%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.17(-51%)
Vehicle crime
1.99(-47%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,290
66.09%
African
869
7.88%
Other White
799
7.24%
Indian
399
3.62%
Other Asian
281
2.55%
Total population: 11,030

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 3 (A level)
4,501
45.48%
Level 4+ (Degree)
3,048
30.8%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
747
7.55%
No qualifications
742
7.5%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
399
4.03%
Total 16+ residents: 9,896

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,303
48.82%
Owns with a mortgage
804
30.12%
Private landlord or letting agency
366
13.71%
Social rents from council
67
2.51%
Other forms of private rent
60
2.25%
Total households: 2,669

Property prices in Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University

Based on 56 recent sales, the median property price is £425,000 in Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University area, with individual transactions ranging from £185,000 up to £1,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University in the 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 Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£510,000
Flats3£185,000
Semi-Detached25£420,000
Terraced6£330,000

10 years median price trend in Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University.

All postcodes in Blean Forest, Chartham Hatch & University

CT27NQ

Giles Lane

CT29BA

Churchwood Cottages

CT29HH

Badgers Close

CT27UL

University Road

CT28EL

Cherry Garden Road

CT28ET

Hillside Avenue

CT29BY

Ross Gardens

CT29HR

The Green

CT53BJ

Pean Hill

CT53BP

Honey Hill

CT27NL

Giles Lane

CT28ND

Summer Hill

CT29NG

Hackington Road

CT27FH

University Road

CT27FS

Giles Lane

CT27UX

Giles Lane

CT28DR

Clifton Gardens

CT28HT

St Thomas Hill

CT29AB

Harbledown Terrace

CT29AN

Prospect Cottages

CT29NH

Summer Lane

CT27NX

Darwin Road

CT29AG

Harbledown By Pass

CT29DT

Tile Kiln Hill

CT28HP

Glen Iris Avenue

CT29HF

Chapel Lane

CT28EH

St Thomas Hill

CT28HS

St Thomas Hill

CT29AS

Plough Lane

CT29EU

Mount Pleasant

CT47NJ

Denstead Lane

CT27NU

Giles Lane

CT27NY

Darwin Road

CT28EJ

St Thomas Hill

CT29JT

Denstroude Lane

CT29JQ

Blean Common

CT47NA

Howfield Lane

CT27FG

University Road

CT27PE

Park Wood Road

CT29DZ

Clock Tower Parade

CT29NP

Ivy Court

CT27UY

Giles Lane

CT28EZ

Hillside Avenue

CT28NR

Harbledown Park

CT47LS

Hatch Lane

CT47LZ

Howfield Lane

CT47NF

Bigbury Road

CT47NT

Primrose Hill

CT53BN

Pean Hill

CT29EZ

Tyler Hill Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.