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Borden & The Meads

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About

Borden & The Meads is a residential area located in the borough of Swale, Kent. The neighborhood is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It sits close to the A2, providing easy access to nearby towns like Sittingbourne and Faversham. The area has a small selection of local amenities, including a convenience store and a primary school, catering to everyday needs.

Green spaces are scattered throughout Borden & The Meads, with playing fields and parks offering recreational options. The area is largely quiet, with a suburban feel, and is popular among families and commuters due to its proximity to transport links. While there are no major shopping or entertainment hubs within the immediate vicinity, larger retail centers are a short drive away. The neighborhood maintains a practical, low-key atmosphere, suited to those seeking a balance between convenience and residential calm.

Area overview

On average Borden & The Meads has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 111 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Borden & The Meads is £52,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Borden & The Meads: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
111
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
7.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Borden & The Meads Population
12,756
Population density
836.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,856
85.15%
Other White
516
4.05%
African
465
3.65%
Indian
141
1.11%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
107
0.84%
Total population: 12,750

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
2,041
41.71%
Owns outright
1,469
30.02%
Private landlord or letting agency
755
15.43%
Other social rented
379
7.75%
Shared ownership
94
1.92%
Total households: 4,893

Property prices in Borden & The Meads

Based on 205 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Borden & The Meads area, with individual transactions ranging from £119,500 up to £906,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Borden & The Meads 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 Borden & The Meads over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached59£500,000
Flats25£185,000
Semi-Detached68£339,250
Terraced53£268,000

10 years median price trend in Borden & The Meads

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Borden & The Meads.

Data Sources

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