The Hever, Leigh & Penshurst area in Sevenoaks is known for its rural charm and historic landmarks. The region includes Hever Castle, a well-preserved Tudor castle with extensive gardens, and Penshurst Place, a medieval manor house with Elizabethan gardens. The landscape is characterised by rolling countryside, farmland, and small villages, offering a quiet, traditional atmosphere.
Leigh is a small village with a mix of historic cottages and modern homes, while Penshurst boasts a picturesque high street with local shops and pubs. The area is popular for walking and cycling, with trails like the Eden Valley Walk passing through. Public transport links are limited, reinforcing the area's secluded feel. The combination of history, nature, and community makes it a distinctive part of Sevenoaks.
On average Hever, Leigh & Penshurst has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 35 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hever, Leigh & Penshurst is £58,100 per year. There are 6 schools in Hever, Leigh & Penshurst: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £625,000 in Hever, Leigh & Penshurst area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,750 up to £1,560,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 15 | £928,000 |
| Flats | 6 | £451,854 |
| Semi-Detached | 15 | £645,000 |
| Terraced | 17 | £501,000 |
10 years price trend in Hever, Leigh & Penshurst
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Fordcombe Road
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New Road
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New Road
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Bradley Road
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Coopers Lane
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Paddock Close
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Spring Hill
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Cow Lane
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Mapleton Road
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Oakenden Lane
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Bassetts Lane
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Chestnut Place
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Church Street
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Pigdown Lane
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Pigdown Lane
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Hever Road
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Fordcombe Road
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High Street
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Broad Lane
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Five Fields Lane
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Four Elms Road
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Roodlands Lane
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The Close
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Oakenden Lane
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Bassetts Lane
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Grove Road
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Latymers
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Latymers
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Sandfield Road
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High Street
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Hever Road
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Hever Road
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Poundsbridge Lane
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Camp Hill
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Garden Cottages
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Barnetts Road
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Green View Avenue
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The Green
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Spring Hill
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Hartfield Road
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.