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19,165
Population
6,412
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£65,065
Avg. household income
1,162
Businesses
120
People per km²
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About Bircholt Forstal

Bircholt Forstal is a small settlement located in the county of Kent, within the TN25 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is situated near the border with East Sussex. The name suggests a historical connection to woodland, with 'Forstal' deriving from Old English, indicating a settlement near a forest. The local landscape features rolling fields and scattered trees, typical of the Kentish countryside. There are no major amenities within the immediate vicinity, making it a place of tranquillity for those seeking a rural lifestyle. The village is accessible via local roads, with nearby towns offering essential services.

School Ratings in Bircholt Forstal

There are 30 schools in and around Bircholt Forstal. Challock Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bircholt Forstal

The average property price is £447K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £533K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bircholt Forstal

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bircholt Forstal, with 13 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bircholt Forstal

Bircholt Forstal sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Bircholt Forstal

There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Bircholt Forstal, the nearest being Sellindge Surgery (2.4 miles away).

Local Data for Bircholt Forstal

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Property Prices 3,437 sales

Average Price £447K
£100 , £30M
Detached £533K 1,452
Semi £354K 853
Terraced £307K 666
Flat £195K 232

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
4 Secondary
6 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 12

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN25 postcode area.

Brabourne Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Smeeth Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Caldecott Foundation School Not applicable Good 1.7 miles Brook Community Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Sellindge Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Stowting Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Mersham Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Bodsham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Willesborough Junior School Primary Good 3.3 miles Aldington Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Willesborough Infant School Primary Good 3.4 miles Wye School Secondary Good 3.8 miles

Household Income in Bircholt Forstal ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bircholt Forstal is approximately £65,065 a year before tax, 18% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,693. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bircholt Forstal £65,065
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £46,693.

Businesses in Bircholt Forstal ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,162 active businesses based in Bircholt Forstal, around 61 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% 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.

1,162 Total businesses
61 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bircholt Forstal IMD 2025

Bircholt Forstal 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 22%
3,715 Children (0-15) 19%
11,235 Working Age 59%
4,213 Older (65+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.9% 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 Bircholt Forstal 50 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Bircholt Forstal records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 15
Anti-Social Behaviour 13
Other Theft 5
Criminal Damage & Arson 4
Shoplifting 4
Public Order 3
Burglary 2
Weapons 2
Vehicle Crime 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
Kent Bircholt
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

Westenhanger Train Station 3.7 miles
Wye Train Station 4 miles
Ashford International Train Station 4.5 miles
Ham Street Train Station 7.1 miles
Chilham Train Station 7.6 miles
Chartham Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brabourne Lees 0.6 miles Ridgeway 0.9 miles Brabourne 1.2 miles Lilyvale 1.2 miles Smeeth 1.4 miles South Hill 1.4 miles Stowting Court 1.9 miles Broad Street 2 miles Stone Hill 2 miles Troy Town 2 miles Hastingleigh 2 miles Pett Bottom 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Ashford
County Kent
Ward Goat Lees
Constituency Ashford
Parish Boughton Aluph
Region South East

Home Ownership in Bircholt Forstal

Of the 7,768 households in and around Bircholt Forstal, 79% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 79% Social rented 8% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bircholt Forstal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bircholt Forstal

What is the population of Bircholt Forstal?
Bircholt Forstal has a population of approximately 19,165 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bircholt Forstal?
The average property in and around Bircholt Forstal sold for about £447,428, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 28% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bircholt Forstal a deprived area?
Bircholt Forstal sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bircholt Forstal?
Bircholt Forstal is covered by the TN25 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bircholt Forstal?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bircholt Forstal, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bircholt Forstal?
The nearest railway station to Bircholt Forstal is Westenhanger Train Station, about 3.7 miles away.

Streets in TN25 30 shown View all streets

A20 3 Abbots Walk 1 AE382 1 AE390 1 Almond Close 1 Amage Road 3 Ashford Road 15 Ashgrove 1 Augustine Drive 1 Avocet Way 2 Aylesbury Road 2 B2067 3 Badgers Close 1 Ball Lane 5 Bank Road 5 Barrow Hill 10 Barrow Hill Rise 1 Beckets Close 1 Beech Court 1 Beltex Place 1 Bill Deedes Way 1 Bilting Lane 2 Bircholt Forstal 1 Blackwall Road 1 Blind Lane 4 Blindhouse Lane 1 Bloomsbury Way 1 Blossom Lane 1 Boat Lane 1 Bodiam Avenue 1

Postcodes in TN25 50 shown View all postcodes

TN25 4AB TN25 4AD TN25 4AG TN25 4AH TN25 4AJ TN25 4AL TN25 4AP TN25 4AQ TN25 4AR TN25 4AT TN25 4AU TN25 4AX TN25 4AY TN25 4AZ TN25 4BB TN25 4BD TN25 4BE TN25 4BF TN25 4BG TN25 4BH TN25 4BJ TN25 4BL TN25 4BN TN25 4BP TN25 4BQ TN25 4BS TN25 4BT TN25 4BU TN25 4BW TN25 4BX TN25 4BY TN25 4DA TN25 4DB TN25 4DD TN25 4DE TN25 4DF TN25 4DG TN25 4DH TN25 4DJ TN25 4DL TN25 4DN TN25 4DP TN25 4DQ TN25 4DR TN25 4DS TN25 4DT TN25 4DU TN25 4DW TN25 4DX TN25 4DY