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About

Chalkwell ward is located in the borough of Swale, Kent. It covers part of Sittingbourne, a town known for its industrial heritage and transport links. The area includes residential neighborhoods, local shops, and green spaces like Milton Creek Country Park.

The ward is served by Sittingbourne railway station, providing connections to London and coastal towns. Schools and community facilities cater to families, while nearby industrial estates contribute to the local economy. Milton Creek runs through the area, offering walking routes and nature spots.

Area overview

On average Chalkwell has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 259 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chalkwell is £46,367 per year.

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

259

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Chalkwell Population

3,680

Population density

3,847.4 per km²

Demographics

British

2,794

75.86%

Other White

269

7.3%

African

234

6.35%

Indian

1.9%

White and Asian (mixed)

Total population: 3,683

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

644

41.87%

Owns outright

371

24.12%

Private landlord or letting agency

358

23.28%

Other social rented

6.44%

Other forms of private rent

1.76%

Total households: 1,538

Property prices in Chalkwell

Based on 80 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 in Chalkwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,000 up to £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 Chalkwell over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£475,000	£352,500	£450,750	£500,750	£522,500
Flats	19	£189,000	£116,300	£153,000	£198,750	£222,800
Semi-Detached	18	£361,250	£269,250	£296,250	£389,250	£435,750
Terraced	32	£250,000	£208,850	£237,250	£280,250	£312,925

10 years median price trend in Chalkwell

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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