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East Malling, West Malling & Trottiscliffe

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About

East Malling, West Malling, and Trottiscliffe are neighbouring settlements in the Tonbridge and Malling district of Kent. East Malling is known for its agricultural research station, which has contributed to fruit farming advancements. West Malling, a historic market town, features medieval architecture, including the 12th-century St Leonard’s Tower. The area has a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with easy access to the M20 motorway.

Trottiscliffe, a smaller village, lies near the North Downs and offers rural landscapes with walking trails like the Pilgrims’ Way. The area is characterised by orchards and farmland, reflecting Kent’s agricultural heritage. Together, these communities provide a blend of history, research, and countryside living within reach of larger towns like Maidstone.

Area overview

On average East Malling, West Malling & Trottiscliffe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in East Malling, West Malling & Trottiscliffe is £50,800 per year. There are 9 schools in East Malling, West Malling & Trottiscliffe: 7 primary (2 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
63
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
12.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

East Malling, West Malling & Trottiscliffe Population
12,404
Population density
257.2 per km²

Demographics

British
11,167
90.03%
Other White
365
2.94%
Indian
124
1%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
122
0.98%
White and Asian (mixed)
106
0.85%
Total population: 12,403

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,872
36.37%
Owns outright
1,786
34.7%
Other social rented
657
12.76%
Private landlord or letting agency
499
9.69%
Social rents from council
112
2.18%
Total households: 5,147

Property prices in East Malling, West Malling & Trottiscliffe

Based on 188 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in East Malling, West Malling & Trottiscliffe area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,600,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached74£632,500
Flats24£234,998
Semi-Detached48£433,750
Terraced42£365,000

10 years price trend in East Malling, West Malling & Trottiscliffe

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.