Wayfield is a residential area located in the northern part of Medway, Kent. It is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. The area is served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. Wayfield is situated close to the larger town of Chatham, providing easy access to additional services and transport links.
The area has a quiet, suburban feel, with green spaces like Wayfield Woods offering recreational opportunities. Public transport connects Wayfield to Medway towns and beyond, making it a practical location for commuters. While it lacks major attractions, its proximity to Chatham and Rochester provides residents with access to shopping, historic sites, and leisure facilities. The community is predominantly residential, with a focus on family living.
On average Wayfield has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wayfield is £40,800 per year. There are 8 schools in Wayfield: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £306,500 in Wayfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £690,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 2 | £505,000 |
| Flats | 3 | £219,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 43 | £320,000 |
| Terraced | 20 | £260,750 |
10 years price trend in Wayfield
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Wayfield Road
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Tobruk Way
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Bankside
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Churchill Avenue
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Churchill Avenue
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Maunders Close
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Downsview
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Arnhem Drive
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Bradfields Avenue
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Magpie Hall Road
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Street End Road
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Bankside
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Wayfield Road
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Alamein Avenue
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Tobruk Way
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Bader Crescent
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Brambledown
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Park Crescent
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Freeman Gardens
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Barnfield
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Ansell Avenue
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Downsview
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Nutfield Close
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Churchill Avenue
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Arnhem Drive
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Churchill Avenue
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Cherbourg Crescent
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Silver Bank
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Letchworth Avenue
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Palmerston Road
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Mill Lane
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Mill Lane
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Dunkirk Drive
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Malta Avenue
ME50LU
Walderslade Road
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Ash Close
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Underdown Avenue
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Downsview
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Crestway
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Churchill Avenue
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Golve Drive
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Bradfields Avenue
ME46JA
Maidstone Road
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Colchester Close
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Burma Way
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Maidstone Road
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Brambledown
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Hazel Grove
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Frost Crescent
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Bournville Avenue
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Arnhem Drive
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Shalfleet Close
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Frost Crescent
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.