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About

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 319 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
319
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
10.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chalkwell Population
3,680
Population density
3,847.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
151.09(+379%)
Anti-social behaviour
142.39(+1130%)
Shoplifting
114.95(+1333%)
Criminal damage and arson
50.27(+681%)
Public order
28.8(+371%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,794
75.86%
Other White
269
7.3%
African
234
6.35%
Indian
70
1.9%
White and Asian (mixed)
37
1%
Total population: 3,683

Economics

Education (age 16+)

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

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
644
41.87%
Owns outright
371
24.12%
Private landlord or letting agency
358
23.28%
Other social rented
99
6.44%
Other forms of private rent
27
1.76%
Total households: 1,538

Property prices in Chalkwell

Based on 76 recent sales, the median property price is £260,500 in Chalkwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,000 up to £525,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chalkwell 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 Chalkwell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£475,000
Flats20£192,500
Semi-Detached14£370,000
Terraced31£250,000

10 years median price trend in Chalkwell

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chalkwell.

All postcodes in Chalkwell

ME101AA

West Street

ME101BA

Arthur Street

ME101BZ

Regency Court

ME102NN

Staplehurst Road

ME101BB

Hawthorn Road

ME103GS

Parrett Avenue

ME103LW

Rapson End

ME104AJ

High Street

ME103HS

Henshaws Vale

ME104PH

High Street

ME103GP

Tylden Gardens

ME104PE

High Street

ME101BJ

Chalkwell Road

ME101BQ

Chalkwell Road

ME104AY

High Street

ME102JY

Church Street

ME102BQ

Millen Road

ME102FR

Bowater Close

ME103DH

St Michaels Close

ME102FU

Jubilee Street

ME102LH

Romney Court

ME103JY

St Michael's Road

ME103GN

Cole Close

ME103NY

Chalkwell

Data Sources

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