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Singleton West

England / South East / Ashford / Singleton West

About

Singleton West is a residential ward located in the town of Ashford, Kent. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated near the M20 motorway, providing easy access to London and the Channel Tunnel. Local amenities include a small shopping parade, a primary school, and several green spaces for recreation.

The ward is bordered by the Singleton Lake nature reserve, offering walking trails and wildlife spotting opportunities. Public transport links include bus routes connecting to Ashford town centre and nearby areas. Singleton West has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on family living and convenience for commuters. The area is part of Ashford’s wider development plans, with ongoing housing expansion in recent years.

Area overview

On average Singleton West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Singleton West is £47,100 per year.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
55
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
2.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Singleton West Population
3,039
Population density
5,761.1 per km²

Demographics

British
2,476
81.39%
Other White
172
5.65%
African
120
3.94%
Indian
45
1.48%
Other Asian
41
1.35%
Total population: 3,042

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
520
45.02%
Private landlord or letting agency
290
25.11%
Owns outright
252
21.82%
Shared ownership
46
3.98%
Other social rented
23
1.99%
Total households: 1,155

Property prices in Singleton West

Based on 46 recent sales, the median property price is £315,250 in Singleton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £108,750 up to £835,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£417,500
Flats5£160,000
Semi-Detached10£328,750
Terraced18£285,000

10 years price trend in Singleton West

Data Sources

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