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
ME186ER
Benover Road
ME186HA
Symonds Lane
TN129EB
Jewell Grove
TN129GA
Blossom Way
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Pagehurst Road
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Goudhurst Road
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Goudhurst Road
TN129NL
Goudhurst Road
TN129PH
Spenny Lane
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Yalding & Farleigh
ME150PN
Shingle Barn Lane
ME150QT
Barn Hill
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West Street
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Bow Hill
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Lees Road
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Maidstone Road
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High Street
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Maidstone Road
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Rookery Court
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Stilebridge Lane
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Battle Lane
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Haffenden Close
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Stella Close
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Howland Road
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Spenny Lane
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Green Lane
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Green Lane
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Hunton Road
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Shingle Barn Lane
ME150RX
Bishop's Lane
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Hilltop
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Cleavesland
ME186EB
Lughorse Lane
ME186FD
Stern's Yard
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Mount Avenue
TN126PS
Pikefish Lane
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Underlyn Lane
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Albion Road
TN129HA
Howland Road
TN129NW
Goudhurst Road
TN129PD
Spenny Lane
TN129SA
Marden
TN129TH
Howland Road
ME186EU
Benover Road
ME185EH
Bow Hill
ME186BS
Cleavesland
ME186BU
Lees Road
ME186DE
Lees Road
ME186EF
Lughorse Lane
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Lughorse Lane
ME186HG
Hampstead Lane
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Vicarage Road
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Yalding & Farleigh
TN126PW
Darman Lane
TN129AE
Maidstone Road
TN129JU
Goudhurst Road
TN129NE
Goudhurst Road
TN129QS
Pattenden Lane
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Dairy Lane
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Dairy Lane
TN129SY
Hunton Road
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Stella Close
ME150SG
Water Lane
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Marden
ME186HL
Hampstead Lane
TN120HS
Sherenden Lane
TN126PF
Willow Lane
TN129BE
Underlyn Lane
TN129BN
Staplehurst Road
TN129BS
Staplehurst Road
TN129FN
Admiral Way
TN129PJ
Kings Lane
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Bramley Court
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.