About Cellarhill

Cellarhill is a small settlement located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the ME9 postcode area and is situated near the town of Sittingbourne. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing developments. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Kentish countryside, featuring open fields and scattered woodland. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, but the village benefits from good access to local amenities and transport links. The community is quiet and family-oriented, with a strong sense of local identity. Cellarhill is part of the larger civil parish of Northfleet, and its proximity to the Medway towns makes it a convenient location for commuters.

School Ratings in Cellarhill

Cellarhill is served by 51 schools. Rodmersham School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cellarhill

Property prices average £427K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £564K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cellarhill

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Cellarhill, with 88 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cellarhill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cellarhill 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 Cellarhill

Most properties in Cellarhill 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 3,007 sales

Average Price £427K
£1K £40M
Detached £564K 1,091
Semi £332K 840
Terraced £269K 742
Flat £177K 168

Deprivation and Employment in Cellarhill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cellarhill 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
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
8,753 Children (0-15) 19%
27,459 Working Age 60%
12,189 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 Cellarhill 392 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cellarhill 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.

125 Violence & Sexual Offences
88 Anti-Social Behaviour
53 Shoplifting
30 Other Theft
26 Criminal Damage & Arson
21 Vehicle Crime
15 Public Order
11 Other Crime
8 Burglary
8 Drugs
3 Robbery
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Teynham and Lynsted
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

Teynham Train Station 0.3 miles
Sittingbourne Train Station 3.2 miles
Kemsley Train Station 3.9 miles
Faversham Train Station 3.9 miles
Swale Train Station 4.9 miles
Newington Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Local Government

District Swale
County Kent
Ward West Downs
Constituency Sittingbourne and Sheppey
Parish Rodmersham
Region South East