About Boughton Green

Boughton Green is a small settlement located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the ME17 postcode area and is situated near the town of Ashford. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The village is close to the A20 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. Boughton Green is part of the civil parish of Boughton under Blean, and the surrounding landscape features a mix of farmland and woodland. The community is quiet and residential, with a small number of local amenities. The area is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to the Kent countryside.

School Ratings in Boughton Green

Boughton Green is served by 68 schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boughton Green

Property prices average £460K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £551K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boughton Green

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Boughton Green, with 10 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Boughton Green falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Boughton Green

Most properties in Boughton Green can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,782 sales

Average Price £460K
£1K £36.3M
Detached £551K 1,852
Semi £357K 1,537
Terraced £296K 849
Flat £221K 288

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boughton Green in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,864 Children (0-15) 19%
28,255 Working Age 61%
12,722 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.1% 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 Boughton Green 46 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Boughton Green falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Anti-social behaviour tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

10 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Shoplifting
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Crime
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Burglary
2 Other Theft
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Kent Loose & Linton
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

East Farleigh Train Station 2.2 miles
Maidstone East Train Station 2.9 miles
Maidstone Barracks Train Station 3 miles
Bearsted Train Station 3.5 miles
Barming Train Station 4 miles
Marden (Kent) Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Local Government

District Maidstone
County Kent
Ward Harrietsham and Lenham
Constituency Faversham and Mid Kent
Parish Harrietsham
Region South East