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Chalkwell ward sits within the larger town of Sittingbourne in the borough of Swale. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of housing types from post-war estates to more modern developments. Its streets are arranged around central avenues, with local shopping parades providing essential services to the community. The ward is bordered by key transport routes, including the railway line to the north.

A notable local feature is Milton Creek, which forms part of the ward's western boundary. This tidal inlet is flanked by industrial history and modern regeneration, including business parks and the Sittingbourne Community Woodland. The creek's presence influences the area's layout, with several roads leading towards its banks, contrasting the residential streets with views of water and marshland.

Area overview

On average Chalkwell has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 312 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 per household in Chalkwell is £54,223 per year. Chalkwell is home to around 3,680 people, with a population density of about 3,847.4 per km2.

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

312

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Chalkwell Population

3,680

Population density

3,847.4 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

152.99(+382%)

Anti-social behaviour

150.82(+1126%)

Shoplifting

107.07(+1242%)

Criminal damage and arson

45.38(+604%)

Public order

28.53(+370%)

South East average

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

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

776

26.87%

No qualifications

555

19.22%

Level 3 (A level)

516

17.87%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

435

15.06%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

337

11.67%

Total 16+ residents: 2,888

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 76 recent sales, the median property price is £252,750 in Chalkwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,000 up to £580,000.

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
Flats	23	£189,000	£119,100	£146,500	£200,000	£231,800
Detached	10	£485,000	£322,750	£455,538	£516,250	£558,400
Terraced	35	£260,000	£205,000	£238,250	£280,500	£422,820
Semi-Detached	8	£361,250	£302,700	£330,500	£378,000	£421,450

10 years median price trend in Chalkwell

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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