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Herne & Broomfield

About

Herne & Broomfield is a largely residential ward on the northern outskirts of Canterbury. The area encompasses the distinct villages of Herne and Broomfield, which are separated by farmland and open spaces. Housing consists primarily of detached and semi-detached homes, with some older properties near the village centres. The landscape is characterised by gentle slopes and rural edges, providing a transition from the city to the wider Kent countryside.

The ward has local amenities including primary schools, shops, and pubs serving each village community. Herne is notable for its historic windmill, a prominent local landmark visible from surrounding roads. Transport links are provided by bus services into Canterbury, with the A299 running to the north. The area maintains a quiet, village-oriented atmosphere despite its proximity to the city.

Area overview

On average Herne & Broomfield has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 39 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Herne & Broomfield is £60,276 per year. There are 2 schools in Herne & Broomfield: 2 primary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Herne & Broomfield is home to around 8,985 people, with a population density of about 875.4 per km2.

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Herne & Broomfield Population

8,985

Population density

875.4 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

20.14(-36%)

Anti-social behaviour

8.35(-32%)

Criminal damage and arson

4.67(-28%)

Other theft

4.34(-23%)

Shoplifting

2.78(-65%)

South East average

Demographics

British

8,481

94.39%

Other White

161

1.79%

Indian

0.51%

Irish

0.47%

Other Asian

0.4%

Total population: 8,985

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,952

26.85%

Level 3 (A level)

1,396

19.2%

No qualifications

1,277

17.56%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,112

15.29%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

856

11.77%

Total 16+ residents: 7,271

Housing

Owns outright

1,536

42.65%

Owns with a mortgage

1,379

38.29%

Private landlord or letting agency

415

11.52%

Other social rented

2.39%

Shared ownership

1.94%

Total households: 3,601

Property prices in Herne & Broomfield

Based on 127 recent sales, the median property price is £322,500 in Herne & Broomfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £77,000 up to £770,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Herne & Broomfield over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Semi-Detached	59	£320,000	£221,674	£285,000	£372,500	£440,500
Terraced	18	£280,000	£206,250	£264,375	£294,375	£341,375
Flats	11	£161,000	£83,000	£159,000	£201,500	£275,000
Detached	39	£440,000	£279,500	£347,500	£520,000	£736,500

10 years median price trend in Herne & Broomfield

All postcodes in Herne & Broomfield

CT67AE

Ruskins View

CT67DA

Ellis Way

CT67JB

Herne Street

CT67ED

Mill Lane

CT67UA

Bramblefields Close

CT67DX

Sherwood Close

CT67JQ

Strode Park Road

CT67DW

Hunters Forstal Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail