About Capstone

Capstone is a small settlement located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the ME7 postcode area, situated near the border with East Sussex. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The village is close to the A229 road, providing access to nearby towns such as Sittingbourne and Faversham. Capstone is part of the civil parish of Hoo, and the surrounding landscape features a mix of farmland and woodland. The local community is quiet and residential, with a focus on agricultural activity. There are no major tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, but the area offers peaceful countryside walks and a sense of rural tranquillity. The village is served by local bus routes and is within easy reach of larger centres for shopping and services.

School Ratings in Capstone

Capstone is served by 135 schools. Brompton Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Capstone

Property prices average £269K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £236K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Capstone

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Capstone, with 301 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Capstone

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Capstone 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 Capstone

Most properties in Capstone can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. 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 Capstone IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Capstone 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
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 Capstone 1,431 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Capstone 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.

497 Violence & Sexual Offences
301 Anti-Social Behaviour
122 Criminal Damage & Arson
97 Shoplifting
89 Public Order
87 Other Theft
53 Drugs
52 Vehicle Crime
42 Other Crime
33 Burglary
19 Weapons
18 Robbery
12 Bicycle Theft
9 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Hempstead and Wigmore
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

Gillingham (Kent) Train Station 1.9 miles
Rainham (Kent) Train Station 2.2 miles
Chatham Train Station 2.3 miles
Halling Train Station 2.7 miles
Rochester Train Station 3.1 miles
Strood (Kent) Train Station 3.6 miles

Location

Local Government

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