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Parkwood & Senacre

About

Parkwood & Senacre is a residential area located in the northeast of Maidstone, Kent. The area is primarily made up of post-war housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is well-connected to Maidstone town centre via the A274 Sutton Road, making it a practical choice for commuters. Local amenities include convenience stores, takeaways, and a few pubs, catering to everyday needs.

The area is home to several green spaces, including Park Wood and Senacre Wood, offering walking routes and outdoor recreation. Schools such as Parkwood Infant Academy and Senacre Wood Primary serve the community, along with a library and community centre. While quieter than central Maidstone, Parkwood & Senacre provides a balance of suburban living with easy access to the town’s facilities.

Area overview

On average Parkwood & Senacre has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 45.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Parkwood & Senacre is £42,900 per year. There are 6 schools in Parkwood & Senacre: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

112

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Parkwood & Senacre Population

12,181

Population density

5,730.1 per km²

Demographics

British

9,910

81.33%

Other White

844

6.93%

African

296

2.43%

Other Asian

252

2.07%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

115

0.94%

Total population: 12,185

Housing

Other social rented

1,660

34.77%

Owns with a mortgage

1,148

24.05%

Owns outright

955

20%

Social rents from council

528

11.06%

Private landlord or letting agency

345

7.23%

Total households: 4,774

Property prices in Parkwood & Senacre

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £316,625 in Parkwood & Senacre area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £535,000.

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 Parkwood & Senacre over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	4	£475,000	£435,250	£456,250	£497,500	£527,500
Flats	8	£181,250	£80,000	£106,250	£215,000	£228,000
Semi-Detached	46	£350,000	£282,250	£320,875	£371,875	£401,500
Terraced	34	£279,000	£151,150	£251,250	£306,875	£352,100

10 years median price trend in Parkwood & Senacre

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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