About Chiddingstone Causeway

Chiddingstone Causeway is a small village located in the county of Kent, in south-east England. It lies within the Sevenoaks district and is situated near the River Darent, which flows through the area. The village is known for its historic stone bridge, which dates back to the 14th century and is a notable example of medieval engineering. The bridge connects the two sides of the village and is a key feature of the local landscape. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with traditional stone cottages and a mix of residential and agricultural land. The village is close to the village of Chiddingstone, which is home to a 16th-century manor house and a church with medieval origins. Chiddingstone Causeway is accessible via the A225 road and is within the TN11 postcode area. It offers a peaceful environment with a strong sense of community and historical interest.

School Ratings in Chiddingstone Causeway

Families in Chiddingstone Causeway have access to 57 local schools. Hilden Park is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chiddingstone Causeway

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 Chiddingstone Causeway

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

Deprivation and Employment in Chiddingstone Causeway

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chiddingstone Causeway 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 Chiddingstone Causeway

Broadband services in Chiddingstone Causeway 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 Chiddingstone Causeway IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chiddingstone Causeway 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 Chiddingstone Causeway 274 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Chiddingstone Causeway 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 0.2 miles
Leigh (Kent) Train Station 1.3 miles
Hildenborough Train Station 2.3 miles
Hever Train Station 3.9 miles
Tonbridge Train Station 3.9 miles
Cowden (Kent) Train Station 4.2 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