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17,191
Population
7,688
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£74,020
Avg. household income
1,166
Businesses
254
People per km²
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About Biggin Hill

In Greater London, Biggin Hill is a small town. Addresses here fall under the TN16 postcode district. The nearest larger centre is Aperfield, about 0.9 miles away, with Berry's Green also close by.

Around 17,191 people live in and around Biggin Hill. The age profile is older than the national average, with a larger share of residents over 60. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes across the wider Biggin Hill area sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.

School Ratings in Biggin Hill

There are 85 schools in and around Biggin Hill. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Biggin Hill

The average property price is £546K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £698K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Biggin Hill

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Biggin Hill, with 15 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Biggin Hill

Biggin Hill sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Biggin Hill

There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Biggin Hill, the nearest being Norheads Lane Surgery (0.2 miles away).

Property Prices 2,655 sales

Average Price £546K
£100 , £77.19M
Detached £698K 852
Semi £479K 619
Terraced £392K 646
Flat £293K 400

Household Income in Biggin Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Biggin Hill is approximately £74,020 a year before tax, 34% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,156. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Biggin Hill £74,020
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £51,156.

Businesses in Biggin Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,166 active businesses based in Biggin Hill, around 68 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,166 Total businesses
68 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Biggin Hill IMD 2025

Biggin Hill sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 23%
3,055 Children (0-15) 18%
10,132 Working Age 59%
4,001 Older (65+) 23%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Biggin Hill 77 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Biggin Hill sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 23
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Anti-Social Behaviour 14
Public Order 7
Shoplifting 6
Burglary 4
Other Theft 3
Vehicle Crime 2
Other Crime 2
Drugs 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Woldingham Train Station 3.9 miles
Hayes (Kent) Train Station 4.2 miles
Chelsfield Train Station 4.4 miles
Oxted Train Station 4.4 miles
Whyteleafe South Train Station 4.7 miles
Orpington Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Local Government

District Sevenoaks
County Kent
Ward Westerham and Crockham Hill
Constituency Sevenoaks
Parish Westerham
Region South East

Home Ownership in Biggin Hill

Of the 6,949 households in and around Biggin Hill, 82% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 82% Social rented 7% Private rented 10%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Biggin Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Biggin Hill

What is the population of Biggin Hill?
Biggin Hill has a population of approximately 17,191 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Biggin Hill?
The average property in and around Biggin Hill sold for about £545,515, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 56% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Biggin Hill a deprived area?
Biggin Hill sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Biggin Hill?
Biggin Hill is covered by the TN16 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Biggin Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Biggin Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Biggin Hill?
The nearest railway station to Biggin Hill is Woldingham Train Station, about 3.9 miles away.