About Beltring

Beltring is a village located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the TN12 postcode area and is situated near the border with East Sussex. The village is part of the Weald, an area known for its rolling hills and rural character. Beltring is surrounded by farmland and woodland, offering a peaceful environment typical of the Kentish countryside. The local community is close-knit, with a range of amenities including a village hall, a primary school, and a pub. The village is accessible by road, with the A229 passing nearby, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone. Beltring retains a traditional feel, with a mix of older cottages and more modern homes, reflecting its long-standing history in the region.

School Ratings in Beltring

Families in Beltring have access to 30 local schools. The Quest School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beltring

Homes sell for an average of £568K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £650K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beltring

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Beltring, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beltring

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Beltring around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Beltring

Beltring benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,272 sales

Average Price £568K
£750 — £74.4M
Detached £650K 2,080
Semi £406K 1,667
Terraced £329K 955
Flat £204K 248

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
4 Secondary
6 Other
The Quest School Outstanding 0.3 miles Laddingford St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles East Peckham Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Paddock Wood Children's Centre 1.6 miles Leigh Academy Paddock Wood Primary Good 1.7 miles Yalding, St Peter and St Paul Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Leigh Academy Mascalls Secondary Good 2.3 miles Capel Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School Primary Good 2.7 miles Hunton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Hadlow Primary School Primary 3 miles Hadlow Rural Community School Secondary Requires Improvement 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Beltring IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Beltring are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,136 Children (0-15) 19%
25,917 Working Age 59%
12,408 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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 Beltring 9 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Beltring are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

5 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Public Order
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Kent East and West Peckham, Mereworth & Wateringbury
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

Beltring Train Station 0.2 miles
Paddock Wood Train Station 1.4 miles
Marden (Kent) Train Station 4.5 miles
East Farleigh Train Station 5.4 miles
Tonbridge Train Station 5.5 miles
East Malling Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Branbridges 0.6 miles East Peckham 0.9 miles Hale Street 1.2 miles Laddingford 1.4 miles Little Mill 1.4 miles Peckham Bush 1.4 miles Queen Street 1.4 miles Whetsted 1.8 miles Congelow 1.8 miles Paddock Wood 1.9 miles Barnes Street 2 miles Benover 2 miles

Local Government

District Maidstone
County Kent
Ward Staplehurst
Constituency Maidstone and The Weald
Parish Staplehurst
Region South East

Streets in TN12 30 shown View all streets

A21 2 Acorn Close 2 Addlestead Road 11 Admiral Way 1 Albion Road 2 Alders Road 4 Alen Square 1 Allens 1 Alliance Way 1 Allington Road 5 Angley Court 1 Apple Court 1 Archer Road 1 Ashcroft Road 2 Atherall Drive 2 B2162 10 Babylon Lane 1 Back Lane 2 Badsell Road 8 Ballard Close 1 Ballard Way 1 Bardsley Close 1 Barnes Walk 2 Barnmeadow 1 Barrel Arch Close 1 Bathurst Close 1 Bathurst Road 7 Battle Lane 8 Beech Lane 1 Beechwood Close 1

Postcodes in TN12 50 shown View all postcodes

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