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Loose & Linton

About

Loose & Linton is a ward in the Maidstone borough, located to the south of the town centre. The area is primarily rural, with scattered villages and farmland dominating the landscape. Loose Valley, a designated Local Wildlife Site, runs through the ward, offering green spaces and walking trails. The historic village of Loose, with its medieval church and traditional cottages, forms a focal point of the ward.

The ward includes the smaller settlement of Linton, which has a mix of residential and agricultural land. Transport links are limited, with most routes relying on country lanes. The area has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local events often centred around village halls and churches. While amenities are minimal, residents benefit from proximity to Maidstone’s town centre for shopping and services. The ward’s rural character makes it popular with those seeking a quieter lifestyle.

Area overview

On average Loose & Linton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Loose & Linton is £55,711 per year. There are 6 schools in Loose & Linton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Loose & Linton

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £402,500 in Loose & Linton area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £2,550,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Loose & Linton over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	39	£500,000	£383,500	£412,750	£642,750	£953,500
Flats	4	£182,500	£68,000	£140,000	£202,000	£218,800
Semi-Detached	50	£393,818	£306,750	£365,625	£435,000	£510,950
Terraced	15	£290,000	£233,050	£259,000	£342,500	£587,500

10 years median price trend in Loose & Linton

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail