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Strood West

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About

Strood West is a residential ward located in the Medway Towns, Kent. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It sits on the western side of the River Medway, close to the A2 and M2 motorways, providing good transport links to nearby towns and London. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The ward features green spaces such as Temple Manor and Strood Recreation Ground, offering outdoor leisure opportunities. Strood town centre is nearby, providing additional shopping and services. The area has a mix of older and newer developments, reflecting its gradual expansion over time. Strood West is a practical, well-connected area with a focus on residential living.

Area overview

On average Strood West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Strood West is £46,022 per year. There are 5 schools in Strood West: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
113
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
21.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Strood West

Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Strood West area, with individual transactions ranging from £103,000 up to £575,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Strood West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Strood West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£411,750
Flats10£135,000
Semi-Detached67£319,000
Terraced63£288,000

10 years median price trend in Strood West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Strood West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.