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Herne & Broomfield

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About

Herne & Broomfield is a ward in the Canterbury district of Kent, covering the villages of Herne and Broomfield. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of historic and modern housing. Herne has a traditional village center with local shops, a church, and a village green, while Broomfield is smaller and more rural in character. The ward is surrounded by farmland and open countryside, providing a semi-rural setting close to Canterbury.

Transport links include the A299 and A291 roads, connecting the ward to Canterbury and nearby coastal towns. The area has several schools, parks, and community facilities, catering to families and older residents. Herne Bay, with its seafront and amenities, is a short drive away. The ward maintains a quiet, village-like atmosphere while benefiting from its proximity to Canterbury’s urban services.

Area overview

On average Herne & Broomfield has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Herne & Broomfield is £45,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Herne & Broomfield: 2 primary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
3.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Herne & Broomfield Population
8,985
Population density
875.4 per km²

Demographics

British
8,481
94.39%
Other White
161
1.79%
Indian
46
0.51%
Irish
42
0.47%
Other Asian
36
0.4%
Total population: 8,985

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
86
2.39%
Other forms of private rent
70
1.94%
Total households: 3,601

Property prices in Herne & Broomfield

Based on 114 recent sales, the median property price is £350,000 in Herne & Broomfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £77,000 up to £630,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached44£485,000
Flats15£172,500
Semi-Detached39£319,000
Terraced16£272,500

10 years price trend in Herne & Broomfield

All postcodes in Herne & Broomfield

CT67XG

Barley Close

CT67BG

Hunters Forstal Road

CT67HB

Canterbury Road

CT67HD

Canterbury Road

CT67TG

Vinten Close

CT67TQ

Lindridge Close
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.