Bayley's Hill, Kent | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Bayley's Hill

Bayley's Hill is a small settlement located in the county of Kent, within the postcode area TN14. Situated in the south-east of England, the area is characterised by its rural setting and proximity to the North Downs. The village is known for its quiet atmosphere and traditional English countryside surroundings. It lies near the border of the Weald, offering views of rolling hills and open fields. The local community is small and close-knit, with a mix of residential properties and agricultural land. The area is accessible by road, with the A229 passing nearby, providing connections to nearby towns such as Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells. Bayley's Hill is part of the civil parish of Horsmonden, and the surrounding landscape reflects the agricultural heritage of the region.

School Ratings in Bayley's Hill

There are 44 schools in and around Bayley's Hill. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bayley's Hill

The average property price is £676K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £947K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bayley's Hill

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bayley's Hill, with 28 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bayley's Hill

Bayley's 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 Bayley's Hill

There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Bayley's Hill, the nearest being South Park Medical Practice (2.1 miles away).

Local Data for Bayley's Hill

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Property Prices 2,068 sales

Average Price £676K

£4K , £60.91M

Detached £947K 672

Semi £547K 463

Terraced £449K 460

Flat £299K 352

Schools & Education 44 within 5 miles View all schools

26 Primary

2 Secondary

16 Other

Good 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN14 postcode area.

Weald Community Primary School Primary 0.8 miles West Heath School Not applicable Good 1.1 miles The New Beacon School Not applicable 1.4 miles Solefield School Not applicable 1.7 miles Ide Hill Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Sevenoaks School Not applicable 2 miles St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Sevenoaks Primary 2.1 miles Lady Boswell's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sevenoaks Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles The Granville School Not applicable 2.7 miles Amherst School Primary Good 2.7 miles Riverhead Infants' School Primary Good 2.8 miles Walthamstow Hall Not applicable 2.8 miles

Household Income in Bayley's Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bayley's Hill is approximately £71,789 a year before tax, 30% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,091. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bayley's Hill £71,789

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £51,091.

Businesses in Bayley's Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,048 active businesses based in Bayley's Hill, around 60 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,048 Total businesses

60 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 92%

Small, 10-49 7%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bayley's Hill IMD 2025

Bayley's 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

7/10

Health

9/10

Housing

3/10

Living Environment

5/10

Children 0-15 20%

Working age 59%

Older 65+ 21%

3,476 Children (0-15) 20%

10,305 Working Age 59%

3,732 Older (65+) 21%

Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.4% of children in income-deprived families

Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.5% 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 Bayley's Hill 106 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Bayley's Hill sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Anti-social behaviour 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.

Anti-Social Behaviour 28

Violence & Sexual Offences 24

Criminal Damage & Arson 15

Other Theft 9

Shoplifting 7

Vehicle Crime 6

Burglary 5

Public Order 4

Other Crime 4

Weapons 2

Bicycle Theft 1

Drugs 1

Local Policing

Kent Seal and Weald [email protected]

Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Sevenoaks Train Station 2.4 miles

Penshurst Train Station 3.2 miles

Hildenborough Train Station 3.2 miles

Bat And Ball Train Station 3.4 miles

Dunton Green Train Station 3.6 miles

Leigh (Kent) Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sevenoaks Common 0.9 miles Sevenoaks Weald 0.9 miles Cross Keys 1.2 miles Hubbard's Hill 1.4 miles Fletcher's Green 1.4 miles Whitley Row 1.4 miles Goathurst Common 1.4 miles Hall's Green 1.4 miles Winkhurst Green 1.8 miles Hanging Bank 1.9 miles Ide Hill 1.9 miles Oakhurst 2 miles

Local Government

District Sevenoaks

County Kent

Ward Sevenoaks Northern

Constituency Sevenoaks

Parish Sevenoaks

Region South East

Home Ownership in Bayley's Hill

Of the 7,103 households in and around Bayley's Hill, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 11% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bayley's Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bayley's Hill

What is the population of Bayley's Hill?

Bayley's Hill has a population of approximately 17,518 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Bayley's Hill?

The average property in and around Bayley's Hill sold for about £675,937, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 94% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Bayley's Hill a deprived area?

Bayley's 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 Bayley's Hill?

Bayley's Hill is covered by the TN14 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Bayley's Hill?

There are 44 schools within 5 miles of Bayley's Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Bayley's Hill?

The nearest railway station to Bayley's Hill is Sevenoaks Train Station, about 2.4 miles away.

Streets in TN14 30 shown View all streets

A224 1 A225 2 Armstrong Close 1 Back Lane 1 Badgers Rise 2 Badgers Road 3 Baker's Yard 1 Bayley's Hill 1 Beckets Place 1 Beckman Close 2 Beechy Lees Road 1 Beldam Haw 1 Berwick Way 1 Birchwood Lane 1 Blueberry Lane 3 Bond Close 1 Bowers Road 1 Bowzell Road 2 Brasted Hill 1 Brasted Lane 1 Breething Road 1 Brickfield Close 3 Broughton Road 1 Bubblestone Road 2 Burlings Lane 4 Cacket's Lane 1 Cadlocks Hill 1 Camberwell Lane 2 Campion Square 6 Chapmans Close 1

Postcodes in TN14 50 shown View all postcodes

TN14 5AA TN14 5AB TN14 5AD TN14 5AE TN14 5AF TN14 5AG TN14 5AH TN14 5AJ TN14 5AL TN14 5AN TN14 5AP TN14 5AQ TN14 5AR TN14 5AS TN14 5AT TN14 5AU TN14 5AW TN14 5AX TN14 5AZ TN14 5BA TN14 5BB TN14 5BD TN14 5BE TN14 5BG TN14 5BH TN14 5BJ TN14 5BL TN14 5BN TN14 5BP TN14 5BQ TN14 5BT TN14 5BU TN14 5BX TN14 5BY TN14 5DA TN14 5DB TN14 5DD TN14 5DE TN14 5DF TN14 5DH TN14 5DJ TN14 5DN TN14 5DP TN14 5DQ TN14 5DR TN14 5DS TN14 5DU TN14 5DW TN14 5DX TN14 5DY

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