Hoo St Werburgh and High Halstow are rural villages located on the Hoo Peninsula in Medway, Kent. The area is characterised by open farmland, marshland, and scattered woodland, with the River Medway and Thames Estuary nearby. Hoo St Werburgh serves as the main village, offering local amenities, while High Halstow is smaller and more secluded, surrounded by nature reserves like the RSPB Northward Hill. The landscape is flat and quiet, with a mix of traditional cottages and newer housing developments.
The villages have strong ties to agriculture and wildlife conservation, with many walking trails and birdwatching spots. The Hoo Peninsula’s isolation has preserved its rural feel, though it is within commuting distance of Rochester and London. Local landmarks include St Werburgh’s Church and the remains of Cooling Castle, linked to Charles Dickens’ "Great Expectations." The area appeals to those seeking a slower pace of life, with easy access to coastal and countryside scenery.
On average Hoo St Werburgh & High Halstow has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 80 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hoo St Werburgh & High Halstow is £52,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Hoo St Werburgh & High Halstow: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
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Broadwood Road
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Harrison Drive
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Pankhurst Road
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Tilley Close
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Knights Road
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Lodge Hill Lane
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Sharnal Street
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Killick Road
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Bourdon Close
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The Fields
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High Street
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Chilliwack Road
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Thames Avenue
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Tenor Drive
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Goldfinch Grove
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Parbrook Road
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Sharnal Street
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Stoke Road
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Newitt Road
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Newitt Road
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Hedge Rows
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Marley Road
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Robson Drive
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Bell's Lane
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Christmas Lane
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Buckhole Farm Road
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Elm Avenue
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Hoo Way
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Farmstead Road
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Brookside
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Songbird Crescent
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Bell's Lane
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Gamelan Crescent