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Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney

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About

Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney is a rural area in the borough of Ashford, Kent. The landscape is characterised by farmland, woodland, and the Romney Marsh, offering a mix of open fields and small villages. Hamstreet, the largest settlement, has local amenities including shops, a primary school, and a train station with links to Ashford and Hastings. The area is known for its walking trails, particularly the Royal Military Canal Path and the Saxon Shore Way.

The Isle of Oxney, though not a true island, is a slightly elevated area surrounded by rivers and marshland. It includes villages like Stone-in-Oxney and Wittersham, with historic churches and traditional Kentish architecture. The region has a quiet, agricultural feel, with orchards and hop gardens reflecting its farming heritage. The nearby RSPB reserve at Hamstreet Woods attracts birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The area provides a balance of rural living with convenient transport links to larger towns.

Area overview

On average Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney is £44,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
10%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney Population
5,961
Population density
71.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,623
94.33%
Other White
135
2.26%
Irish
31
0.52%
African
29
0.49%
White and Asian (mixed)
26
0.44%
Total population: 5,961

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,131
45.11%
Owns with a mortgage
748
29.84%
Social rents from council
252
10.05%
Private landlord or letting agency
222
8.86%
Other social rented
76
3.03%
Total households: 2,507

Property prices in Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £438,750 in Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney area, with individual transactions ranging from £145,000 up to £1,025,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney 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 Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached34£646,498
Semi-Detached36£347,500
Terraced12£310,000

10 years median price trend in Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hamstreet & Isle of Oxney.

Data Sources

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