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Temple Hill & Marshes

About

Temple Hill & Marshes is a residential and industrial area in Dartford, located near the River Darent. The neighborhood features a mix of housing, including post-war estates and modern developments, alongside light industrial zones. The nearby marshes provide open green space, with walking paths and wildlife habitats along the riverbanks.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to the A2 and Dartford town center. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to families and workers. The marshes offer a contrast to the built-up areas, with wetlands and nature reserves attracting birdwatchers and outdoor enthusiasts. Industrial sites coexist with residential streets, reflecting the area's practical, working character.

Area overview

On average Temple Hill & Marshes has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Temple Hill & Marshes is £60,500 per year. There are 5 schools in Temple Hill & Marshes: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

106

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Temple Hill & Marshes Population

14,368

Population density

2,193.6 per km²

Demographics

British

7,043

49.01%

African

2,364

16.45%

Other White

1,213

8.44%

Indian

996

6.93%

Other Asian

665

4.63%

Total population: 14,370

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

2,438

45.95%

Social rents from council

1,081

20.37%

Private landlord or letting agency

663

12.5%

Owns outright

543

10.23%

Other social rented

349

6.58%

Total households: 5,306

Property prices in Temple Hill & Marshes

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £348,500 in Temple Hill & Marshes area, with individual transactions ranging from £103,500 up to £590,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Temple Hill & Marshes over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£505,000	£428,500	£462,500	£547,500	£581,500
Flats	31	£235,000	£185,000	£212,000	£255,000	£350,000
Semi-Detached	22	£397,500	£345,100	£357,500	£437,225	£529,350
Terraced	47	£369,000	£243,550	£330,500	£431,500	£521,750

10 years median price trend in Temple Hill & Marshes

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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