About Bredhurst

Bredhurst is a small village located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the ME7 postcode area and is situated near the border with East Sussex. The village is surrounded by rural countryside, with open fields and scattered woodland contributing to its peaceful character. Bredhurst is part of the civil parish of Bredhurst and Horsmonden, and the area is known for its agricultural landscape and quiet, village atmosphere. The local community is close-knit, with a range of amenities including a church, a village hall, and a pub. The village is accessible by road, with the A229 running nearby, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells.

School Ratings in Bredhurst

Families in Bredhurst have access to 132 local schools. Brompton Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bredhurst

Homes sell for an average of £269K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £236K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bredhurst

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bredhurst, with 224 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bredhurst

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bredhurst around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bredhurst

Bredhurst benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,624 sales

Average Price £269K
£100 £5M
Detached £500K 643
Semi £316K 835
Terraced £236K 3,903
Flat £173K 972

Deprivation and Employment in Bredhurst IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bredhurst are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
14,283 Children (0-15) 20%
45,368 Working Age 65%
14,080 Older (60+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.3% 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 Bredhurst 1,273 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bredhurst are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

490 Violence & Sexual Offences
224 Anti-Social Behaviour
95 Other Theft
93 Criminal Damage & Arson
80 Shoplifting
60 Drugs
55 Public Order
51 Vehicle Crime
35 Other Crime
28 Burglary
25 Robbery
20 Weapons
12 Bicycle Theft
5 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Boxley Downs
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

Rainham (Kent) Train Station 2.7 miles
Gillingham (Kent) Train Station 3.8 miles
Bearsted Train Station 4 miles
Chatham Train Station 4 miles
Newington Train Station 4.3 miles
Halling Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Local Government

District Medway
County Kent
Ward Gillingham South
Constituency Gillingham and Rainham
Parish Medway, unparished area
Region South East