Blue Bell Hill on the map
Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in KentBlue Bell Hill sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blue Bell Hill
Blue Bell Hill is a prominent chalk hill located in Kent, England, within the ME5 postcode area. It stands at an elevation of 154 metres and offers expansive views across the surrounding countryside, including the Thames Estuary and the North Downs. The hill is historically significant, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Neolithic period. A notable feature is the Blue Bell Hill signal station, a former military installation that played a role in air defence during the Second World War. The area is accessible by road and footpaths, making it a popular spot for walkers and local visitors. The hill’s geology is characteristic of the Kentish chalk formations, and it is part of the North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The surrounding landscape is largely rural, with open fields and scattered woodland.
School Ratings in Blue Bell Hill
There are 181 schools in and around Blue Bell Hill. Bradfields Academy and The Rowans are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Blue Bell Hill
The average property price is £302K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £250K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blue Bell Hill
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Blue Bell Hill, with 135 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Blue Bell Hill
Blue Bell Hill 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 Blue Bell Hill
There are 24 GP surgeries within three miles of Blue Bell Hill, the nearest being Reach Healthcare (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for Blue Bell Hill
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Property Prices 6,633 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME5 postcode area.
Household Income in Blue Bell Hill ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blue Bell Hill is approximately £57,477 a year before tax, 4% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,115. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,115.
Businesses in Blue Bell Hill ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,565 active businesses based in Blue Bell Hill, around 29 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Blue Bell Hill IMD 2025
Blue Bell 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.
Crime in Blue Bell Hill 553 crimes · April 2026
Blue Bell Hill sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
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 Blue Bell Hill
Of the 21,252 households in and around Blue Bell Hill, 72% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 15% 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 Blue Bell Hill.