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About

Willesborough is a residential ward located in the eastern part of Ashford, Kent. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It includes several local amenities such as schools, parks, and small retail outlets, catering to the daily needs of residents. The ward is bordered by the A2070 road, providing easy access to Ashford town centre and nearby areas.

Willesborough is known for its green spaces, including Willesborough Dykes, a network of waterways and walking paths. The area also features the historic Willesborough Windmill, a local landmark dating back to the 19th century. Public transport links include bus routes connecting the ward to Ashford International Station and other parts of the borough. The ward has a mix of older and newer developments, reflecting its gradual expansion over the years.

Area overview

On average Willesborough has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 111 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Willesborough is £49,997 per year.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
111
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
10.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Willesborough Population
6,718
Population density
2,385.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,473
81.54%
Other White
245
3.65%
Indian
224
3.34%
Other Asian
188
2.8%
African
143
2.13%
Total population: 6,712

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
983
36.84%
Owns with a mortgage
899
33.7%
Private landlord or letting agency
317
11.88%
Social rents from council
225
8.43%
Other social rented
124
4.65%
Total households: 2,668

Property prices in Willesborough

Based on 77 recent sales, the median property price is £321,000 in Willesborough area, with individual transactions ranging from £128,625 up to £750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Willesborough 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 Willesborough over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£450,000
Flats1£185,000
Semi-Detached36£320,500
Terraced25£290,000

10 years median price trend in Willesborough

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Willesborough.

Data Sources

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