About Broad Oak

Broad Oak is a 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 characterised by its rural setting, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is close to the A229 road, providing access to nearby towns such as Tunbridge Wells and Royal Tunbridge Wells. The area is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to the North Downs, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. Broad Oak has a small community feel, with local amenities including a village hall and a primary school. The surrounding countryside features rolling hills and farmland, contributing to the area’s quiet and scenic character.

School Ratings in Broad Oak

Families in Broad Oak have access to 43 local schools. Challock Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broad Oak

Homes sell for an average of £448K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £524K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broad Oak

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Broad Oak, with 9 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broad Oak

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broad Oak 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 Broad Oak

Broadband services in Broad Oak range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,734 sales

Average Price £448K
£100 — £30M
Detached £524K 1,629
Semi £346K 862
Terraced £306K 714
Flat £197K 280

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

28 Primary
5 Secondary
10 Other
Mersham Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Caldecott Foundation School Good 1.5 miles Finberry Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Aldington Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Furley Park Primary Academy Primary 2 miles Willesborough Junior School Primary Good 2.1 miles East Stour Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Willesborough Infant School Primary Good 2.2 miles Smeeth Community Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Waterside Children's Centre 2.3 miles Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Kings Park School 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Broad Oak IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Broad Oak 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,856 Children (0-15) 20%
23,928 Working Age 60%
10,715 Older (60+) 27%
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 Broad Oak 75 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Broad Oak is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

24 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Shoplifting
6 Other Theft
4 Drugs
4 Public Order
4 Vehicle Crime
4 Other Crime
3 Bicycle Theft
1 Burglary
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Mersham, Sevington South with Finberry
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

Ashford International Train Station 3 miles
Ham Street Train Station 4.1 miles
Westenhanger Train Station 5.2 miles
Wye Train Station 5.2 miles
Appledore (Kent) Train Station 6.9 miles
Pluckley Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

South Stour 0.6 miles The Forstal 0.6 miles Mersham 0.9 miles Chequertree 0.9 miles Aldington Frith 1.2 miles Bliby 1.4 miles Stonestreet Green 1.4 miles Clap Hill 1.4 miles Sevington 1.4 miles Stone Cross 1.8 miles South Willesborough 1.8 miles Aldington 1.8 miles

Local Government

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

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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