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Isle of Oxney

England / South East / Ashford / Isle of Oxney

About

The Isle of Oxney ward is located in the western part of the Ashford district in Kent. It covers a rural area known for its flat landscapes and agricultural land, with the River Rother forming part of its boundary. The ward includes villages such as Wittersham and Stone-in-Oxney, which are characterised by historic buildings and traditional Kentish charm.

The area is largely agricultural, with farmland and orchards dominating the scenery. The Isle of Oxney itself is a raised area of land, once an island in the medieval marshlands. The ward offers a quiet, countryside atmosphere with limited urban development, making it popular for those seeking a slower pace of life. Local amenities are centred around village life, with pubs, churches, and community events playing a key role.

Area overview

On average Isle of Oxney has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Isle of Oxney is £44,400 per year. There are 1 schools in Isle of Oxney: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
12.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Isle of Oxney Population
2,728
Population density
50.7 per km²

Demographics

British
2,589
95.01%
Other White
60
2.2%
Irish
12
0.44%
White and Asian (mixed)
10
0.37%
Indian
9
0.33%
Total population: 2,725

Housing

Owns outright
534
45.45%
Owns with a mortgage
306
26.04%
Social rents from council
155
13.19%
Private landlord or letting agency
102
8.68%
Other social rented
42
3.57%
Total households: 1,175

Property prices in Isle of Oxney

Based on 31 recent sales, the median property price is £475,000 in Isle of Oxney area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £1,750,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached14£762,500
Semi-Detached13£345,000
Terraced4£357,500

10 years price trend in Isle of Oxney

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Data Sources

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