Swale is a district in Kent, South East England, covering an area of 373 square miles. It includes the Isle of Sheppey, Sittingbourne, and Faversham, along with several rural villages. The district has a mix of coastal, urban, and agricultural landscapes, with the Swale estuary separating the mainland from the Isle of Sheppey.
The area is known for its historical connections, including Faversham’s medieval market town heritage and Sittingbourne’s industrial past. Swale also has significant natural features, such as the North Kent Marshes and parts of the Kent Downs AONB. The district’s economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism, with ports and transport links playing a key role.
On average Swale has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Swale is £46,190 per year. There are 71 schools in Swale: 49 primary (8 Outstanding and 29 Good) and 10 secondary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good).
Based on 1,872 recent sales, the median property price is £305,000 in Swale area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £1,675,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 491 | £425,000 |
| Flats | 158 | £170,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 605 | £318,000 |
| Terraced | 618 | £260,000 |
10 years price trend in Swale
Abbey
Bobbing, Iwade and Lower Halstow
Borden and Grove Park
Boughton and Courtenay
Chalkwell
East Downs
Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch
Homewood
Kemsley
Milton Regis
Minster Cliffs
Murston
Priory
Queenborough and Halfway
Roman
Sheerness
Sheppey Central
Sheppey East
St Ann's
Teynham and Lynsted
The Meads
Watling
West Downs
Woodstock
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.