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About Bessels Green
Bessels Green is a small village located in the county of Kent, in south-east England. It lies within the TN13 postcode area and is situated near the border with East Sussex. The village is part of the Sevenoaks district and is known for its rural setting and proximity to the North Downs. Bessels Green is surrounded by open countryside and is close to the A229 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Sevenoaks and Tunbridge Wells. The area is characterised by a mix of residential properties and farmland, with a small number of local amenities. It is a quiet community with a strong sense of local identity, and the village is served by a local church and a few community facilities. The surrounding landscape offers walking and cycling opportunities, making it a peaceful place to live.
School Ratings in Bessels Green
There are 37 schools in and around Bessels Green. Lady Boswell's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sevenoaks is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bessels Green
The average property price is £797K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £1.3M.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bessels Green
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bessels Green, with 26 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bessels Green
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bessels Green ranks among the least deprived areas in England. 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 Bessels Green
There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Bessels Green, the nearest being Day Lewis Riverhead Opticians (0.7 miles away).
Local Data for Bessels Green
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Property Prices 3,592 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN13 postcode area.
Household Income in Bessels Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bessels Green is approximately £84,583 a year before tax, 53% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £55,708. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £55,708.
Businesses in Bessels Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,343 active businesses based in Bessels Green, around 52 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 33 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bessels Green IMD 2025
Bessels Green is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.
Crime in Bessels Green 148 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Bessels Green sit broadly in line with national averages for a 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.
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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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bessels Green
Of the 10,109 households in and around Bessels Green, 70% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 20% 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 Bessels Green.