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Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth

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About

The Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth ward is located in the northern part of the Sevenoaks district in Kent. It covers three main villages: Farningham, Horton Kirby, and South Darenth, each with its own distinct character. The area is largely rural, with open fields, woodlands, and the River Darent flowing through it. The ward is bordered by the M20 and M25 motorways, providing good transport links to London and other parts of Kent.

The villages feature a mix of historic buildings, including churches and traditional cottages, alongside more modern housing developments. Local amenities include primary schools, pubs, and small shops, with larger facilities available in nearby towns like Dartford. The area is known for its walking routes, such as the Darent Valley Path, which attracts visitors interested in the countryside. The ward has a strong community focus, with events and activities organised by local groups.

Area overview

On average Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 79 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth is £51,600 per year. There are 1 schools in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
79
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
8.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth Population
4,907
Population density
243.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,465
91.01%
Other White
145
2.96%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
46
0.94%
Irish
36
0.73%
White and Asian (mixed)
33
0.67%
Total population: 4,906

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
806
38.34%
Owns with a mortgage
734
34.92%
Private landlord or letting agency
206
9.8%
Other social rented
188
8.94%
Shared ownership
69
3.28%
Total households: 2,102

Property prices in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth

Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £1,285,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth 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 Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£825,000
Flats24£207,500
Semi-Detached11£450,000
Terraced25£320,000

10 years median price trend in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.