Hempstead & Wigmore is a residential ward in Medway, Kent, covering suburban areas to the northwest of Gillingham. The ward includes the neighbourhoods of Hempstead and Wigmore, characterized by a mix of housing developments, local amenities, and green spaces. The area is primarily residential, with a range of property types from detached homes to smaller terraced houses. Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre serves as a key retail hub for the ward and surrounding areas.
Open spaces like Capstone Country Park and Hempstead Wood provide recreational opportunities, with walking trails and nature areas. The ward has good transport links, including proximity to the M2 motorway and local bus routes connecting to Medway towns. Schools, community centres, and healthcare facilities cater to the local population, making it a practical place for families and commuters. The area maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere while remaining close to larger urban centres.
On average Hempstead & Wigmore has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 0.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hempstead & Wigmore is £59,823 per year. There are 3 schools in Hempstead & Wigmore: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in Hempstead & Wigmore area, with individual transactions ranging from £157,500 up to £1,060,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 34 | £570,000 |
| Flats | 1 | £157,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 34 | £380,000 |
| Terraced | 18 | £293,750 |
10 years price trend in Hempstead & Wigmore
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Copperpenny Drive
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Pine Grove
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The Rise
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Barncroft Drive
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Leafy Glade
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Bredhurst Road
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Bredhurst Road
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Carvoran Way
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Wigmore Road
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Greenfinches
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Hinton Crescent
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Grassy Glade
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Maidstone Road
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Fairview Avenue
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Lambsfrith Grove
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Capstone Ridge
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Brickmakers Way
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Capstone Ridge
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Glenwood Close
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Cedar Grove
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Bredhurst Road
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Almond Grove
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Lombardy Close
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Sandy Dell
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Hoath Way
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Georgian Way
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Pippin Croft
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Maidstone Road
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Edwards Close
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Bredhurst Road
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Pear Tree Lane
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Black Rock Gardens
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Dukes Meadow Drive
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Pine Grove
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Almond Grove
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Mulberry Close
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Chamberlain Court
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Clematis Avenue
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Capstone Road
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Hoath Way
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Drewery Drive
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Fellows Close
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Hempstead Valley Drive
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Pear Tree Lane
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Banksview Drive
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Birch Grove
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Honey Close
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Pear Tree Lane
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Evergreen Close
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Wildwood Glade
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Stalham Court
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Pine Grove
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Fairview Avenue
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Wigmore Road
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Lamplighters Close
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Martin Court
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Fairview Avenue
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Chapel Lane
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Coppice Court
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Lime Court
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Gilbert Close
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Chapel Lane
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Bredhurst Road
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Ambley Road
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Clematis Avenue
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Capstone Ridge
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Harrow Road
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Medlar Grove
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Magnolia Avenue
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Pear Tree Lane
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Coppergate
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Hickory Dell
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Maidstone Road
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Woodside
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Hempstead & Wigmore
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Wigmore Road
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The Paddocks
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Waters Place
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Pine Grove
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Horseshoe Close
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Birch Grove
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Tamarind Close
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Wigmore Road
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Hanover Drive
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The Hazels
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Pear Tree Lane
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Greenfinches
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Medlar Grove
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Pine Grove
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Lavenda Close
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Elder Court
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Hoath Lane
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Bredhurst Road
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Melody Close
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Carvoran Way
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Old Barn Close
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Blowers Wood Grove
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Meadowdown Close
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Dukes Meadow Drive
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Fowler Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.