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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 52 schools. Rodmersham School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Cellarhill
Property prices average £442K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £558K.
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 92 incidents logged in April 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.
Healthcare in Cellarhill
There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Cellarhill, the nearest being The Chestnuts Surgery (2.7 miles away).
Local Data for Cellarhill
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Property Prices 2,960 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME9 postcode area.
Household Income in Cellarhill ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cellarhill is approximately £61,289 a year before tax, 11% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,342. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,342.
Businesses in Cellarhill ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,069 active businesses based in Cellarhill, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Cellarhill 419 crimes · April 2026
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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Cellarhill
Of the 11,347 households in and around Cellarhill, 77% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cellarhill.