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Tenterden & Rolvenden

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About

Tenterden & Rolvenden are located in the borough of Ashford, Kent. The area is known for its historic charm, with Tenterden often referred to as the "Jewel of the Weald." The town features a mix of medieval and Georgian architecture, including a high street lined with independent shops and traditional pubs. Rolvenden, a smaller village nearby, offers a quieter setting with rural landscapes and historic cottages.

The surrounding countryside is part of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing scenic walks and cycling routes. Local attractions include the Kent & East Sussex Railway, a heritage steam train line, and vineyards producing English wines. The area balances heritage with modern amenities, making it a popular choice for both residents and visitors.

Area overview

On average Tenterden & Rolvenden has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Tenterden & Rolvenden is £42,800 per year. There are 6 schools in Tenterden & Rolvenden: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
10.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Tenterden & Rolvenden Population
8,769
Population density
166.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,167
93.12%
Other White
216
2.46%
Irish
71
0.81%
Other Asian
47
0.54%
White and Asian (mixed)
40
0.46%
Total population: 8,770

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,988
48.43%
Owns with a mortgage
886
21.58%
Private landlord or letting agency
512
12.47%
Social rents from council
344
8.38%
Other social rented
195
4.75%
Total households: 4,105

Property prices in Tenterden & Rolvenden

Based on 134 recent sales, the median property price is £431,500 in Tenterden & Rolvenden area, with individual transactions ranging from £69,000 up to £3,962,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Tenterden & Rolvenden 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 Tenterden & Rolvenden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached61£580,000
Flats18£257,500
Semi-Detached34£397,000
Terraced21£360,000

10 years median price trend in Tenterden & Rolvenden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Tenterden & Rolvenden.

Data Sources

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