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About

West Hill is a residential ward located in Dartford, Kent. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. It sits close to Dartford town centre, providing easy access to shops, schools, and transport links. The ward is bordered by the A2 road, offering connections to London and the wider Kent region.

Green spaces like West Hill Park provide recreational areas for residents. The ward also includes several local schools, making it a practical choice for families. Public transport options include bus routes and proximity to Dartford railway station. The area maintains a quiet, residential feel while being well-connected to amenities.

Area overview

On average West Hill has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 128 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Hill is £61,441 per year. There are 4 schools in West Hill: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

128

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

West Hill Population

8,219

Population density

6,803.2 per km²

Demographics

British

5,042

61.33%

African

619

7.53%

Other White

567

6.9%

Other Asian

502

6.11%

Indian

464

5.64%

Total population: 8,221

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,201

38.31%

Owns outright

1,020

32.54%

Private landlord or letting agency

605

19.3%

Other social rented

118

3.76%

Shared ownership

2.2%

Total households: 3,135

Property prices in West Hill

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £410,000 in West Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £64,500 up to £1,227,500.

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 West Hill over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	6	£840,000	£637,500	£772,500	£931,538	£1,157,388
Flats	16	£210,000	£65,813	£168,375	£259,750	£276,250
Semi-Detached	26	£475,000	£365,000	£435,000	£511,375	£654,500
Terraced	45	£400,000	£304,000	£358,000	£430,000	£531,000

10 years median price trend in West Hill

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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