Find postcode

Roman

About

Roman is a ward in the Swale district of Kent, covering parts of the town of Sittingbourne. The area includes residential neighborhoods, local amenities, and green spaces such as Milton Creek Country Park. Industrial estates and retail parks are also present, contributing to the local economy.

Transport links in Roman include the A2 road and Sittingbourne railway station, providing connections to London and other parts of Kent. The ward has a mix of housing, from older terraced homes to newer developments. Schools, healthcare facilities, and community centers serve the population, making it a functional part of Swale.

Area overview

On average Roman has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 199 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Roman is £42,991 per year. There are 5 schools in Roman: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

199

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

18.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Roman Population

6,938

Population density

5,175.3 per km²

Demographics

British

5,822

83.93%

Other White

554

7.99%

African

1.37%

Other

1.12%

Other Asian

0.85%

Total population: 6,937

Housing

Owns outright

885

30.11%

Owns with a mortgage

785

26.71%

Private landlord or letting agency

656

22.32%

Other social rented

443

15.07%

Social rents from council

2.89%

Total households: 2,939

Property prices in Roman

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £255,000 in Roman area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,666 up to £475,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£342,500	£299,375	£321,250	£383,250	£439,000
Flats	10	£120,000	£81,666	£114,500	£169,750	£220,250
Semi-Detached	25	£285,000	£236,000	£262,500	£295,000	£369,000
Terraced	52	£245,500	£186,925	£215,000	£260,000	£295,000

10 years price trend in Roman

← Prev Next →

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail