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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 Boughton Lees

Boughton Lees is a small village located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the TN25 postcode area and is situated near the border with East Sussex. The village is part of the larger parish of Boughton under Blean, and its position places it within a rural landscape typical of the Kentish countryside. The area is characterised by open fields, scattered farms, and a modest population, with a quiet, settled atmosphere. The village is accessible via local roads connecting it to nearby towns such as Canterbury and Ashford. While it does not have significant commercial or tourist facilities, Boughton Lees offers a peaceful environment for residents and visitors seeking a tranquil rural setting. Its proximity to the North Downs provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural surroundings.

School Ratings in Boughton Lees

There are 38 schools in and around Boughton Lees. Challock Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boughton Lees

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 Boughton Lees

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

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton Lees

Boughton Lees 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 Boughton Lees

There are 14 GP surgeries within three miles of Boughton Lees, the nearest being Ashford Group (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Boughton Lees

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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

22 Primary
5 Secondary
11 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 12

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN25 postcode area.

Spring Grove School 2003 Ltd Not applicable 1.2 miles Towers School and Sixth Form Centre Secondary 1.3 miles Downs View Infant School Primary Good 1.4 miles Kennington Church of England Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles Lady Joanna Thornhill Endowed Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Goat Lees Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Sure Steps Children's Centre Outstanding 1.9 miles Phoenix Community Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Wye School Secondary Good 2 miles Challock Primary School Primary Outstanding 2 miles St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Highworth Grammar School Secondary 2.9 miles

Household Income in Boughton Lees ONS 2023

The average total household income in Boughton Lees 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.

Boughton Lees £65,065
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Boughton Lees ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,162 active businesses based in Boughton Lees, 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 Boughton Lees IMD 2025

Boughton Lees 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 Boughton Lees 50 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Boughton Lees 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 Downs West
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

Wye Train Station 1.5 miles
Ashford International Train Station 3.4 miles
Charing (Kent) Train Station 4.7 miles
Chilham Train Station 5.1 miles
Selling Train Station 6.3 miles
Pluckley Train Station 6.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Eastwell Park 0.6 miles Boughton Aluph 0.9 miles Kempe's Corner 0.9 miles Boughton Corner 1.4 miles Dunn Street 2 miles Wye 2 miles Kennington 2 miles Bybrook 2 miles Bockhanger 2 miles Bilting 2.2 miles Withersdane 2.2 miles Challock 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Boughton Lees

Of the 7,768 households in and around Boughton Lees, 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 Boughton Lees.

Frequently Asked Questions about Boughton Lees

What is the population of Boughton Lees?
Boughton Lees 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 Boughton Lees?
The average property in and around Boughton Lees 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 Boughton Lees a deprived area?
Boughton Lees 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 Boughton Lees?
Boughton Lees is covered by the TN25 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Boughton Lees?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Boughton Lees, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Boughton Lees?
The nearest railway station to Boughton Lees is Wye Train Station, about 1.5 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

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