Higham & Shorne are two villages located in the borough of Gravesham, Kent. The area is known for its mix of rural landscapes and proximity to urban centres like Gravesend and Rochester. Higham sits near the Thames Estuary, offering views of the river and marshland, while Shorne is surrounded by woodland and fields, including parts of the Shorne Country Park. Both villages have historic churches and traditional architecture, reflecting their long-standing communities.
The area provides a balance of countryside living with convenient transport links. The A2 road runs nearby, connecting to London and the Kent coast. Local amenities include pubs, village halls, and primary schools, catering to residents without the need to travel far. The surrounding green spaces, such as the Shorne Woods Country Park, offer walking trails and outdoor activities. Higham & Shorne attract those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining within reach of larger towns and cities.
On average Higham & Shorne has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Higham & Shorne is £50,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Higham & Shorne: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 49 recent sales, the median property price is £416,000 in Higham & Shorne area, with individual transactions ranging from £217,500 up to £1,100,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 18 | £588,750 |
| Semi-Detached | 19 | £395,000 |
| Terraced | 12 | £287,500 |
10 years price trend in Higham & Shorne
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Gold Street
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Lodge Lane
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Oak Drive
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Norah Lane
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Norah Lane
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Canal Road
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Church Street
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Elm Close
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Green Farm Lane
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Thong Lane
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Gravesend Road
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Hollytree Drive
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Villa Road
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Gravesend Road
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Chequers Street
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Church Street
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Gravesend Road
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Peartree Lane
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Higham & Shorne
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Burdett Avenue
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Watling Street
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Church Street
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School Lane
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Chilton Drive
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Hermitage Road
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Walmers Avenue
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Green Farm Lane
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Pondfield Lane
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Cob Drive
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Brewers Road
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Mollison Rise
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Fairview Drive
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Gravesend Road
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Dillywood Lane
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Dillywood Lane
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Church Road
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Crown Lane
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Higham & Shorne
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Chalk Road
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Crutches Lane
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Brice Road
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St John's Close
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Hermitage Road
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Gravesend Road
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Sandhill Lane
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School Lane
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Chalk Road
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Hermitage Road
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Vigilant Way
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Beech Grove
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Evergreen Close
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Hermitage Road
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Shorne Ifield Road
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Hollands Close
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Gravesend Road
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Mountbatten Avenue
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Taylors Lane
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Hermitage Road
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Peartree Lane
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Thong Lane
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Green Farm Lane
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Wykeham Close
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Brice Road
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Chilton Drive
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Lower Rochester Road
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Copperfield Crescent
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The Ridgeway
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Brice Road
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Hayes Close
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Gravesend Road
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Carton Road
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Briar Dale
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Brewers Road
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Coutts Avenue
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St John's Road
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Crutches Lane
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Norah Lane
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School Lane
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Fairfields
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Calderwood
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Taylors Lane
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Canal Road
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Church Street
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Gravesend Road
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Tanyard Hill
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Green Farm Lane
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Marling Way
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Judeth Gardens
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Buckland Road
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Ash Crescent
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Forge Lane
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School Lane
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Gravesend Road
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Church Street
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Church Street
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Town Road
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Barndale Court
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Lower Road
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Genesta Glade
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Lower Rochester Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.