Marden & Yalding ward is located in the rural southern part of Maidstone, Kent. The area is known for its agricultural land, with orchards and farmland shaping much of the landscape. The River Medway runs through Yalding, providing a natural focal point. Villages like Marden and Yalding retain a traditional feel, with historic buildings and local amenities serving the community.
The ward has good transport links, including the Marden railway station connecting to London and the South East. The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling routes, such as the Medway Valley Walk. While primarily residential, the area supports small businesses and farming enterprises. Community events, like the Yalding Duck Race, highlight the local character. The ward balances rural living with accessibility to Maidstone town centre.
On average Marden & Yalding has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Marden & Yalding is £52,618 per year. There are 6 schools in Marden & Yalding: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £425,000 in Marden & Yalding area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,500 up to £1,160,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 34 | £647,500 |
| Flats | 7 | £204,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 27 | £422,000 |
| Terraced | 31 | £312,000 |
10 years price trend in Marden & Yalding
ME150SH
Bishop's Lane
ME185EP
Yalding & Farleigh
ME186BG
Emmet Hill Lane
ME186JT
Lyngs Close
TN129EE
Albion Road
TN129PY
Claygate Road
TN129GP
Pilgrim Close
TN129GQ
Rhodes Close
TN129JE
Goudhurst Road
TN129NX
Sheephurst Lane
TN129RN
Marden
TN129RX
Marden
ME150BZ
Marden
ME185HL
Yalding & Farleigh
ME150QY
East Street
ME150RA
East Street
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Yalding & Farleigh
ME186AD
Blumer Lock
ME186JS
Lyngs Close
TN129AR
Maidstone Road
TN129FR
Phoenix Road
TN129GB
Blossom Way
TN129GR
Albion Road
TN129RS
Green Lane
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Pagehurst Road
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Goudhurst Road
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Goudhurst Road
TN129QF
Sovereigns Way
TN129TQ
Marden
TN129TS
Sunburst Close
ME186EE
Lughorse Lane
ME150SA
West Street
ME186HS
Yalding & Farleigh
TN129SQ
Hunton Road
TN129AT
Maidstone Road
TN129BW
Linton Hill
TN129DD
Battle Lane
TN129EH
Blossom Way
TN129FU
Minstrel Close
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West End
TN129LT
Goudhurst Road
TN129RL
Marden
TN129SD
Marden
TN129DA
Carpenters Lane
TN129GZ
Marden
ME150RP
East Street
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Bishop's Lane
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Waterside Mews
ME186AS
Benover Road
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Benover Road
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Benover Road
ME186HB
Acott Fields
TN129HF
Howland Road
TN129AQ
Battle Lane
TN129BB
Linton Hill
TN129BD
Underlyn Lane
TN129HW
Ballard Close
TN129QL
Green Lane
TN129SH
Hunton Road
ME185EX
Bryant Close
ME185HE
Yalding & Farleigh
ME186BL
Darman Lane
ME186FF
Yalding & Farleigh
TN129NF
Goudhurst Road
TN126PE
Willow Lane
TN129BQ
Maidstone Road
TN129EP
Howland Road
TN129FZ
Marden
TN129GF
Bluebell Drive
TN129GS
Seymour Drive
TN129HD
Howland Road
TN129HP
Chantry Road
TN129HU
Chantry Road
TN129QA
Den Lane
ME186DA
Boyle Way
ME186EW
Benover Road
TN129PL
Marden
TN129BJ
Stilebridge Lane
TN129BL
Maidstone Road
TN129DW
Copper Lane
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Howland Road
TN129GG
Bluebell Drive
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West Street
ME150RY
Water Lane
ME186AT
Forge Lane
ME185LE
Glenleigh Road
ME185LG
Orchard Crescent
ME186AG
Kenward Road
ME186BF
Galpin Court
TN126PJ
Lucks Lane
TN129BT
Staplehurst Road
TN129EX
Barnes Walk
TN129FL
Heasman Close
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Archer Road
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Primrose Close
TN129LG
Marden Road
TN129TR
Admiral Way
ME150RF
George Street
ME150RT
Marden
ME185ET
Tonbridge Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.