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Penenden Heath

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About

Penenden Heath is a residential area located northeast of Maidstone town center. The area is known for its mix of housing, ranging from post-war semis to modern developments. It has good transport links, with the A249 and M20 nearby, providing easy access to other parts of Kent and London.

The area features local amenities, including shops, schools, and a medical center. Penenden Heath also has green spaces, such as the historic heathland it’s named after, offering walking routes and open areas. The location balances suburban living with convenience to Maidstone’s town center, which is just a short drive or bus ride away.

Area overview

On average Penenden Heath has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 39 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Penenden Heath is £64,100 per year. There are 1 schools in Penenden Heath: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
39
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
4.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Penenden Heath Population
9,085
Population density
4,913.7 per km²

Demographics

British
7,431
81.79%
Other White
588
6.47%
Other Asian
340
3.74%
Other
133
1.46%
African
123
1.35%
Total population: 9,086

Housing

Owns outright
1,366
38.02%
Owns with a mortgage
1,323
36.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
623
17.34%
Other social rented
166
4.62%
Other forms of private rent
69
1.92%
Total households: 3,593

Property prices in Penenden Heath

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £351,000 in Penenden Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £145,000 up to £745,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£470,000
Flats17£200,000
Semi-Detached38£400,000
Terraced32£299,000

10 years price trend in Penenden Heath

All postcodes in Penenden Heath

ME142EG

Becksbourne Close

ME142EP

Brookbank

ME142HW

Boxley Road

ME145BE

Foley Street

ME145DN

Shaw Close

ME145GD

Abberley Park

ME145HS

Saxons Drive

ME145QF

Aldon Close
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.