About Charcott

Charcott is a small village located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the TN11 postcode area and is situated near the border with East Sussex. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes set along quiet lanes. It is close to the A229 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns such as Ashford and Maidstone. Charcott is surrounded by rural countryside, with open fields and wooded areas offering peaceful walks and a sense of tranquillity. The local community is active, with a village hall and occasional events contributing to a close-knit atmosphere. While it remains a quiet place, its proximity to larger centres makes it a practical choice for those seeking a rural lifestyle with easy access to amenities.

School Ratings in Charcott

Families in Charcott have access to 49 local schools. Hilden Park is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Charcott

Homes sell for an average of £666K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £840K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Charcott

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Charcott, with 41 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Charcott

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Charcott among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Charcott

Broadband services in Charcott 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 1,820 sales

Average Price £666K
£2K £6M
Detached £840K 655
Semi £538K 617
Terraced £453K 274
Flat £428K 124

Deprivation and Employment in Charcott IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Charcott experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,605 Children (0-15) 19%
26,431 Working Age 59%
12,002 Older (60+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.2% 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 Charcott 274 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Charcott are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

93 Violence & Sexual Offences
41 Shoplifting
39 Criminal Damage & Arson
37 Anti-Social Behaviour
15 Other Theft
13 Drugs
12 Burglary
12 Vehicle Crime
4 Public Order
3 Weapons
2 Robbery
2 Other Crime
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway
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

Penshurst Train Station 0.7 miles
Leigh (Kent) Train Station 1.5 miles
Hildenborough Train Station 2 miles
Tonbridge Train Station 4 miles
Hever Train Station 4.1 miles
Cowden (Kent) Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Local Government

District Tonbridge and Malling
County Kent
Ward Higham
Constituency Tonbridge and Malling
Parish Tonbridge and Malling, unparished area
Region South East