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Sevenoaks

About

Sevenoaks is a district in Kent, South East England, covering an area of approximately 370 square kilometres. It includes the town of Sevenoaks, along with several villages such as Westerham, Edenbridge, and Otford. The district is known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes, with large areas of woodland and farmland. The North Downs run through the region, providing scenic views and walking trails. Knole Park, a historic deer park, is one of the district’s key landmarks.

The area has strong transport links, with the M25 and M20 motorways nearby, and direct rail services to London. Sevenoaks town is a commercial hub, offering shopping and leisure facilities, while the surrounding villages retain a quieter, more traditional character. The district has a mix of housing, from historic cottages to modern developments. Schools in the area, including Sevenoaks School, are well-regarded. The district balances accessibility to London with the benefits of countryside living.

Area overview

On average Sevenoaks has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sevenoaks is £58,530 per year. There are 64 schools in Sevenoaks: 42 primary (3 Outstanding and 32 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

10.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Sevenoaks Population

120,514

Population density

326.4 per km²

Demographics

British

103,116

85.56%

Other White

6,272

5.2%

White and Asian (mixed)

1,347

1.12%

African

1,332

1.11%

Indian

1,326

1.1%

Total population: 120,515

Housing

Owns outright

18,769

38.29%

Owns with a mortgage

16,297

33.25%

Private landlord or letting agency

5,572

11.37%

Other social rented

5,469

11.16%

Social rents from council

996

2.03%

Total households: 49,014

Property prices in Sevenoaks

Based on 1,393 recent sales, the median property price is £475,000 in Sevenoaks area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,750 up to £4,456,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	403	£850,000	£437,550	£632,500	£1,300,000	£2,100,000
Flats	211	£272,000	£147,500	£220,500	£335,000	£648,750
Semi-Detached	388	£485,000	£350,000	£425,000	£613,500	£913,950
Terraced	391	£375,000	£273,500	£330,000	£455,000	£667,500

10 years price trend in Sevenoaks

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