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Walland & Denge Marsh

About

Walland & Denge Marsh is a large, low-lying ward dominated by expansive agricultural land and Romney Marsh landscape. It contains the villages of Brookland, Snargate, and Brenzett, which are connected by a network of rural lanes. The area is primarily characterised by farmland, drainage ditches, and wide, open skies, with a sparse population spread across isolated farms and small settlements.

A very specific feature is the presence of the historic Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, a miniature steam railway that runs through the marsh. The remote Denge Marsh is also known for its acoustic mirrors, large concrete structures built as early warning devices. Economic activity is centred on agriculture, particularly sheep grazing, reflecting the ward's essentially rural character.

Area overview

On average Walland & Denge Marsh has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Walland & Denge Marsh is £44,659 per year. There are 4 schools in Walland & Denge Marsh: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Walland & Denge Marsh is home to around 7,869 people, with a population density of about 63.7 per km2.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Walland & Denge Marsh Population

7,869

Population density

63.7 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

33.17(+5%)

Anti-social behaviour

11.69(-5%)

Criminal damage and arson

8.51(+32%)

Other theft

4.96(-12%)

Drugs

4.57(+66%)

South East average

Demographics

British

7,539

95.81%

Other White

1.23%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

0.6%

Irish

0.55%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.42%

Total population: 7,869

Economics

No qualifications

1,528

23.26%

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,258

19.15%

Level 3 (A level)

1,162

17.69%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,004

15.28%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

896

13.64%

Total 16+ residents: 6,570

Housing

Owns outright

1,533

45.83%

Owns with a mortgage

907

27.12%

Private landlord or letting agency

450

13.45%

Social rents from council

262

7.83%

Other social rented

2.63%

Total households: 3,345

Property prices in Walland & Denge Marsh

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Walland & Denge Marsh area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £840,000.

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 Walland & Denge Marsh over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	36	£384,500	£229,625	£320,000	£423,750	£713,750
Flats	3	£130,000	£130,000	£130,000	£142,500	£152,500
Semi-Detached	45	£280,000	£200,103	£240,000	£317,500	£441,600
Terraced	21	£220,000	£161,500	£187,500	£265,000	£280,000

10 years median price trend in Walland & Denge Marsh

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.

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

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Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Walland & Denge Marsh

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