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About Allington
Allington is a village located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the ME16 postcode area and is situated near the town of Ashford. The village is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside features, with a mix of residential properties and open fields. Allington is close to the A20 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. The area has a strong sense of community, with local amenities including a village hall and a church. The surrounding landscape offers peaceful walks and views of the Kentish countryside, making it a quiet and settled place to live.
School Ratings in Allington
Allington is served by 114 schools. Bower Grove School, Allington Primary School and Maidstone Grammar School for Girls are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Allington
Property prices average £353K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £369K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Allington
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Allington, with 200 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Allington
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Allington falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Allington
There are 23 GP surgeries within three miles of Allington, the nearest being Eye 2 Eye Opticians (0.3 miles away).
Local Data for Allington
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Property Prices 5,170 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME16 postcode area.
Household Income in Allington ONS 2023
The average total household income in Allington is approximately £60,484 a year before tax, 9% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,716. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,716.
Businesses in Allington ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,215 active businesses based in Allington, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 26 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Allington IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Allington in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Allington 793 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Allington is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Home Ownership in Allington
Of the 14,424 households in and around Allington, 67% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Allington.