The Charing, Pluckley & Challock area in Ashford is known for its rural character and historic villages. Charing, situated along the Pilgrims' Way, has a mix of medieval and Georgian architecture, including the Archbishop's Palace ruins. Pluckley is famous as one of England's most haunted villages, with timber-framed buildings and a quiet countryside setting. Challock lies near the North Downs, offering woodland walks and access to the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The area is primarily agricultural, with farmland and orchards dominating the landscape. Local amenities include village pubs, small shops, and community events. Transport links include the A20 and M20, providing connections to Ashford and Maidstone. The region appeals to those seeking a quieter pace of life, with outdoor activities like hiking and cycling popular among residents.
On average Charing, Pluckley & Challock has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 58 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Charing, Pluckley & Challock is £45,600 per year. There are 6 schools in Charing, Pluckley & Challock: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £570,000 in Charing, Pluckley & Challock area, with individual transactions ranging from £175,000 up to £1,350,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 56 | £665,000 |
| Flats | 3 | £257,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 19 | £405,000 |
| Terraced | 11 | £302,000 |
10 years price trend in Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN233BT
Godinton Lane
TN254BP
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN261EU
West Street
TN270AH
Pluckley Road
TN270AT
Charing Heath Road
TN270AU
Charing Heath Road
TN270EU
Canterbury Road
TN270HL
Warren Street
TN270HZ
Hither Field
TN270PN
Swan Lane
TN270RU
Pluckley Road
TN279DP
Rock Hill Road
TN279EG
Crocken Hill Road
TN261AF
Maidstone Road
TN254NF
Westwell Lane
TN261DT
Beech Drive
TN270BN
Iden Lane
TN270EB
Ashford Road
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Old Ashford Road
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Station Road
TN270SU
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN279ER
Munday Bois Road
TN254DJ
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN254DH
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN261AL
Westwell Lane
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Pluckley Road
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Faversham Road
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Malmains Road
TN279AL
Stonebridge Green Road
TN254DL
Green Lane
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Mill Lane
TN261AW
Maidstone Road
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Beech Drive
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The Street
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Ram Lane
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Faversham Road
TN270QN
Nettlepole Lane
TN270RE
Smarden Road
TN270RL
Station Road
TN279BN
Barham's Mill Road
TN270DT
Wicken Lane
TN270AB
Ashford Road
TN270HG
Bowl Road
TN270HX
Old Ashford Road
TN270ND
Faversham Road
TN270PX
Rooting Lane
TN270RF
Rose Farm Lane
TN279GL
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN254BL
Clevedon Court
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Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN254NG
Westwell Lane
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Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN270DG
Ashford Road
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Monks Walk
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Maidstone Road
TN270NR
Faversham Road
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Smarden Road
TN279BG
Link Hill Lane
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Greenhill Lane
TN254DG
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN254DW
Monkery Lane
TN261DW
Meadow View
TN261EQ
Park Drive
TN270AE
Blackberry Lane
TN270AJ
Pluckley Road
TN270BH
Hurst Lane
TN270DD
Maidstone Road
TN270PP
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN270PU
Ram Lane
TN279AN
Stonebridge Green Road
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Forstal Road
TN279EP
Bell Lane
TN254LG
Chapel Road
TN261EF
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN261EL
Bethersden Road
TN270AW
Hither Field
TN279AX
Coach Road
TN270ED
Ashford Road
TN270EE
Ashford Road
TN270EL
Ashford Road
TN270PT
Swan Lane
TN270PZ
Rooting Lane
TN270QA
Charing, Pluckley & Challock
TN279EJ
Forge Lane
TN254JN
Wye Road
TN254AX
Chapmans Close
TN254BQ
Mill Lane
TN254DB
Church Lane
TN254NQ
Pilgrims Way
TN261DU
Beech Drive
TN261JB
Westwell Lane
TN270BG
Wind Hill Lane
TN270RT
Station Road
TN270SP
Smarden Road
TN279BH
Crocken Hill Road
TN279DD
Barham's Mill Road
TN279EU
Greenhill Lane
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Godinton Lane
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Pilgrims Way
TN270DU
Westwell Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.