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Pembury & Matfield

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About

Pembury and Matfield are neighbouring villages located just northeast of Tunbridge Wells. The area is known for its mix of rural charm and convenient access to local amenities. Pembury has a village centre with shops, a medical centre, and a primary school, while Matfield retains a quieter, more residential feel with a historic village green. Both villages are surrounded by farmland and woodland, offering walking routes and open spaces.

The A21 runs close to Pembury, providing direct links to Tunbridge Wells and Hastings. The area has a range of housing, from period cottages to modern developments, attracting families and commuters. Local attractions include Bedgebury Pinetum and the nearby Bewl Water reservoir, popular for outdoor activities. Public transport includes regular bus services to Tunbridge Wells, while Pembury also has its own railway station on the Hastings line.

Area overview

On average Pembury & Matfield has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 58 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pembury & Matfield is £53,400 per year. There are 3 schools in Pembury & Matfield: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
58
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
11.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Pembury & Matfield Population
7,517
Population density
304.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,704
89.21%
Other White
299
3.98%
Indian
125
1.66%
White and Asian (mixed)
45
0.6%
Other Asian
44
0.59%
Total population: 7,515

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,299
41.98%
Owns with a mortgage
959
31%
Other social rented
411
13.28%
Private landlord or letting agency
267
8.63%
Other forms of private rent
82
2.65%
Total households: 3,094

Property prices in Pembury & Matfield

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £505,000 in Pembury & Matfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £1,275,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Pembury & Matfield in the 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 Pembury & Matfield over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£675,000
Flats6£281,250
Semi-Detached27£500,000
Terraced22£357,500

10 years median price trend in Pembury & Matfield

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Pembury & Matfield.

Data Sources

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