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About Boxley
Boxley is a village located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the ME14 postcode area and is situated near the River Medway. The village is known for its historic abbey, Boxley Abbey, which was founded in the 12th century and now stands as a ruin. The abbey is a notable landmark and is managed by English Heritage, offering visitors insight into medieval monastic life. The surrounding area features rolling countryside and is popular with walkers and cyclists. The village itself has a small community with local amenities, including a church and a few shops. Boxley is easily accessible from nearby towns such as Maidstone and is well connected by road and rail.
School Ratings in Boxley
Boxley is served by 120 schools. Leigh Academy Bearsted, Leigh Academy Snowfields, Invicta Grammar School and School of Science and Technology Maidstone are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Boxley
Property prices average £385K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £202K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boxley
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Boxley, with 150 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Boxley
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Boxley 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.
Healthcare in Boxley
There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Boxley, the nearest being Kims Hospital (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for Boxley
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Property Prices 5,332 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME14 postcode area.
Household Income in Boxley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Boxley is approximately £63,108 a year before tax, 14% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,955. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,955.
Businesses in Boxley ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,934 active businesses based in Boxley, around 53 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Boxley IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boxley 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.
Crime in Boxley 706 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Boxley is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
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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Home Ownership in Boxley
Of the 14,750 households in and around Boxley, 68% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 23% 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 Boxley.