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Loose Valley & Boughton Monchelsea

About

The Loose Valley and Boughton Monchelsea area in Maidstone is known for its natural landscapes and historic charm. The Loose Valley features wooded slopes, meadows, and the River Loose, creating a peaceful setting for walking and wildlife spotting. The area includes remnants of old mills and watercourses, reflecting its industrial past.

Boughton Monchelsea sits on a ridge of Kentish ragstone, with quarries that once supplied building materials for local landmarks. The village has a mix of historic buildings, including the 14th-century Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. The surrounding countryside offers views over the Weald of Kent, with footpaths connecting to nearby woodlands and farmland.

Area overview

On average Loose Valley & Boughton Monchelsea has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Loose Valley & Boughton Monchelsea is £57,900 per year. There are 4 schools in Loose Valley & Boughton Monchelsea: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Loose Valley & Boughton Monchelsea Population

9,052

Population density

1,572.8 per km²

Demographics

British

7,839

86.59%

Other White

422

4.66%

Other Asian

175

1.93%

African

0.95%

Other

0.89%

Total population: 9,053

Housing

Owns outright

1,573

44.12%

Owns with a mortgage

1,296

36.35%

Private landlord or letting agency

302

8.47%

Other social rented

248

6.96%

Shared ownership

1.82%

Total households: 3,565

Property prices in Loose Valley & Boughton Monchelsea

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in Loose Valley & Boughton Monchelsea area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £1,300,000.

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 Valley & Boughton Monchelsea over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	20	£461,250	£389,000	£422,000	£571,250	£730,000
Flats	4	£177,500	£68,000	£140,000	£187,500	£193,500
Semi-Detached	51	£398,000	£313,750	£371,250	£430,000	£503,000
Terraced	13	£330,000	£272,200	£290,000	£360,000	£438,000

10 years median price trend in Loose Valley & Boughton Monchelsea

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

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