About Cuxton

Cuxton is a village located in Kent, England, within the ME2 postcode area. It lies approximately four miles from the town of Rochester and is surrounded by the countryside, providing a pleasant environment for residents and visitors alike. The village has a mix of residential housing, local shops, and amenities, making it a convenient place for everyday needs. The area is served by a primary school, which is a focal point for families in the community. Cuxton also has good transport links, with nearby access to the M2 motorway and a railway station that connects to larger towns and cities. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling, allowing one to appreciate the natural beauty of Kent.

School Ratings in Cuxton

Cuxton is served by 140 schools. Bligh Children's Centre and Abbey Court Foundation Special School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cuxton

Property prices average £302K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £262K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cuxton

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Cuxton, with 75 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cuxton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cuxton 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 Cuxton

Most properties in Cuxton 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 5,821 sales

Average Price £302K
£500 — £2.8M
Detached £480K 652
Semi £327K 1,919
Terraced £262K 2,348
Flat £182K 625

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

80 Primary
17 Secondary
43 Other
Cuxton Community Junior School Primary Good 0.3 miles Cuxton Community Infant School Primary 0.3 miles Medway Green School Outstanding 1.5 miles The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery) Primary 1.5 miles Bligh Children's Centre Outstanding 1.7 miles Bligh Primary School (Juniors) Primary Good 1.7 miles Bligh Primary School (Infants) Primary 1.7 miles Cedar Children's Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Leigh Academy Strood Secondary Good 1.9 miles Halling Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Elaine Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Wouldham, All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cuxton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cuxton 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
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,337 Children (0-15) 20%
34,374 Working Age 62%
12,522 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.2% 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 Cuxton 470 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cuxton 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.

195 Violence & Sexual Offences
75 Anti-Social Behaviour
36 Criminal Damage & Arson
35 Drugs
31 Shoplifting
27 Other Theft
20 Public Order
14 Vehicle Crime
12 Other Crime
10 Burglary
7 Robbery
4 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Cuxton, Halling and Riverside
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

Cuxton Train Station 0.5 miles
Strood (Kent) Train Station 2.8 miles
Rochester Train Station 2.8 miles
Halling Train Station 2.8 miles
Snodland Train Station 2.9 miles
Sole Street Train Station 3.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Upper Bush 0.6 miles North Halling 0.6 miles Lower Bush 0.9 miles Halling 1.2 miles New Town 1.2 miles Upper Halling 1.4 miles Wouldham 1.4 miles Rochester 1.8 miles Luddesdown 1.9 miles Borstal 1.9 miles Cobham 2.2 miles Strood 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Medway
County Kent
Ward Cuxton and Halling
Constituency Rochester and Strood
Parish Cuxton
Region South East

Streets in ME2 30 shown View all streets

A2 5 Abbey Road 3 Admiralty Road 2 Admiralty Terrace 3 Albatross Avenue 9 Albert Place 1 Allington Drive 7 Alma Place 1 Anderson Close 1 Anthonys Way 1 Antonys Way 1 Arnolde Close 1 Ash Road 1 Ashby Close 1 Ashenden Close 1 Aspdin Close 1 Ballard Business Park 1 Bangor Road 1 Banks Road 2 Banning Street 1 Barn Meadow 1 Barton Road 1 Bavins Court 1 Beaufort Road 1 Beech Road 3 Benedict Close 1 Benenden Road 2 Berber Road 2 Bill Street Road 3 Bingham Road 2

Postcodes in ME2 50 shown View all postcodes

ME2 1AA ME2 1AB ME2 1AD ME2 1AE ME2 1AF ME2 1AG ME2 1AH ME2 1AJ ME2 1AN ME2 1AP ME2 1AQ ME2 1AR ME2 1AT ME2 1AU ME2 1AX ME2 1AY ME2 1BA ME2 1BB ME2 1BD ME2 1BE ME2 1BF ME2 1BG ME2 1BH ME2 1BJ ME2 1BN ME2 1BP ME2 1BQ ME2 1BS ME2 1BT ME2 1BW ME2 1BX ME2 1BY ME2 1BZ ME2 1DA ME2 1DB ME2 1DD ME2 1DE ME2 1DF ME2 1DG ME2 1DH ME2 1DJ ME2 1DL ME2 1DN ME2 1DP ME2 1DR ME2 1DS ME2 1DT ME2 1DU ME2 1DX ME2 1DY