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Southborough East & Longfield Road

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About

Southborough East & Longfield Road is a residential area located on the eastern edge of Tunbridge Wells, bordering Tonbridge. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Longfield Road serves as a key route connecting Southborough to the A26, providing easy access to both Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge town centres. Local amenities include convenience stores, a pharmacy, and a few small businesses catering to daily needs.

The area is close to Southborough Common, a green space offering walking paths and recreational areas. Public transport links include regular bus services along Longfield Road, connecting residents to Tunbridge Wells station and surrounding areas. Schools such as Southborough C of E Primary School are within walking distance, making the area suitable for families. The nearby A21 provides quick access to wider Kent and East Sussex, balancing suburban living with convenient transport links.

Area overview

On average Southborough East & Longfield Road has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 79 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southborough East & Longfield Road is £52,800 per year. There are 3 schools in Southborough East & Longfield Road: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
79
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
16.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Southborough East & Longfield Road Population
8,925
Population density
1,851.3 per km²

Demographics

British
7,048
78.96%
Other White
495
5.55%
Indian
342
3.83%
Other Asian
170
1.9%
White and Asian (mixed)
120
1.34%
Total population: 8,926

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,338
35.78%
Owns outright
1,005
26.87%
Other social rented
598
15.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
546
14.6%
Shared ownership
98
2.62%
Total households: 3,740

Property prices in Southborough East & Longfield Road

Based on 125 recent sales, the median property price is £385,000 in Southborough East & Longfield Road area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £1,200,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£717,500
Flats23£230,000
Semi-Detached49£403,000
Terraced31£372,000

10 years price trend in Southborough East & Longfield Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.