About Forstal

Forstal is a small village located in Kent, England, within the ME20 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Aylesford and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Kent countryside. The village features a mix of residential properties and green spaces, making it a peaceful place to live or visit. Local amenities are limited, but nearby Aylesford offers a range of shops, eateries, and services. Forstal is well-connected by road, providing easy access to the surrounding areas and the M20 motorway. The village's proximity to larger towns and the countryside makes it a suitable base for exploring the Kent region.

School Ratings in Forstal

There are 123 schools in and around Forstal. Valley Invicta Primary School At Aylesford is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Forstal

The average property price is £434K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £363K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Forstal

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Forstal, with 31 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Forstal

Forstal sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Forstal

Broadband speeds in Forstal are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,993 sales

Average Price £434K
£2K — £37.22M
Detached £532K 427
Semi £363K 1,119
Terraced £304K 960
Flat £215K 372

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

73 Primary
19 Secondary
31 Other
Sports Connect 0.3 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Allington Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Valley Invicta Primary School At Aylesford Primary Outstanding 1 miles Aylesford School Secondary 1 miles Palace Wood Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Ditton Infant School Primary Good 1.3 miles St Mark's Church of England Primary School, Eccles Primary 1.5 miles Ditton Church of England Junior School Primary 1.5 miles Serenity School Maidstone 1.6 miles The Maplesden Noakes School Secondary Good 1.6 miles Maidstone Grammar School for Girls Secondary Outstanding 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Forstal IMD 2025

Forstal sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
5,858 Children (0-15) 19%
18,745 Working Age 61%
8,175 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.3% 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 Forstal 161 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Forstal sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

58 Violence & Sexual Offences
31 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Public Order
9 Shoplifting
8 Burglary
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Other Crime
6 Other Theft
3 Robbery
2 Drugs
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Kent Aylesford North & North Downs
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

Aylesford Train Station 0.8 miles
Barming Train Station 1.1 miles
New Hythe Train Station 1.8 miles
Maidstone Barracks Train Station 1.9 miles
Maidstone East Train Station 2.1 miles
East Malling Train Station 2.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Preston 0 yards Aylesford 0.6 miles Pratling Street 0.9 miles Millhall 0.9 miles Royal British Legion Village 0.9 miles Allington 0.9 miles Abbey Gate 1.2 miles Sandling 1.2 miles Eccles 1.2 miles Holt Hill 1.4 miles Ditton 1.4 miles Ringlestone 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Tonbridge and Malling
County Kent
Ward Larkfield South
Constituency Chatham and Aylesford
Parish East Malling and Larkfield
Region South East

Streets in ME20 30 shown View all streets

A229 1 Abery Drive 2 Acorn Grove 2 Admiral Moore Drive 2 Albion Drive 2 Alma Road 1 Ash Close 1 Auden Road 1 Austen Way 1 Barrie Drive 1 Bates Close 1 Beddow Way 1 Belgrave Street 1 Bell Lane 3 Bellingham Way 4 Beresford Road 1 Betjeman Close 1 Birch Crescent 1 Blackthorn Drive 1 Blake Drive 1 Bradbourne Lane 2 Brampton Field 2 Brassey Drive 1 Bream Close 1 Briar Close 1 Bridge Place 1 Bronte Close 1 Brook Road 1 Brookfield Avenue 1 Brooklands Road 4

Postcodes in ME20 50 shown View all postcodes

ME20 6AA ME20 6AB ME20 6AD ME20 6AE ME20 6AG ME20 6AH ME20 6AJ ME20 6AL ME20 6AN ME20 6AP ME20 6AR ME20 6AS ME20 6AU ME20 6AX ME20 6AY ME20 6AZ ME20 6BA ME20 6BB ME20 6BD ME20 6BE ME20 6BG ME20 6BH ME20 6BJ ME20 6BL ME20 6BP ME20 6BS ME20 6BT ME20 6BU ME20 6BX ME20 6BY ME20 6BZ ME20 6DA ME20 6DB ME20 6DD ME20 6DE ME20 6DG ME20 6DJ ME20 6DL ME20 6DN ME20 6DP ME20 6DQ ME20 6DR ME20 6DS ME20 6DT ME20 6DU ME20 6DW ME20 6DX ME20 6DY ME20 6DZ ME20 6EA