About Bulleign

Bulleign is a small village located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the TN30 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and farmland. The village is known for its quiet, peaceful atmosphere and traditional English countryside setting. It is close to the border with East Sussex and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Ashford and Canterbury. The local area offers a range of walking and cycling routes through the rolling hills and wooded valleys. Bulleign has a small community with a few residential properties and a few local amenities, reflecting its rural character. The village is accessible by road and is well connected to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Bulleign

Bulleign is served by 15 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bulleign

Property prices average £479K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £609K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bulleign

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bulleign, with 9 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bulleign

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bulleign 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 Bulleign

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bulleign, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,866 sales

Average Price £479K
£250 £4.65M
Detached £609K 756
Semi £391K 463
Terraced £324K 253
Flat £296K 236

Deprivation and Employment in Bulleign IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bulleign 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
4/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
2,114 Children (0-15) 14%
7,978 Working Age 53%
6,328 Older (60+) 42%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.3% 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 Bulleign 45 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Bulleign experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.

12 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Public Order
4 Shoplifting
3 Drugs
2 Other Theft
2 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Crime
1 Burglary
Local Policing
Kent Rolvenden & Tenterden 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

Appledore (Kent) Train Station 5.7 miles
Rye (Sussex) Train Station 6.5 miles
Ham Street Train Station 7.4 miles
Winchelsea Train Station 7.6 miles
Pluckley Train Station 8.3 miles
Headcorn Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Local Government

District Ashford
County Kent
Ward Tenterden North
Constituency Ashford
Parish Tenterden
Region South East