About Herne Pound

Herne Pound is a small village located in Kent, England, within the ME18 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The village is surrounded by the picturesque Kent countryside, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Local amenities include a few shops and a pub, providing essential services to residents and visitors alike. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding region. Herne Pound is also close to the River Medway, which adds to the appeal of the area for those who enjoy riverside walks and nature.

School Ratings in Herne Pound

Families in Herne Pound have access to 45 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Herne Pound

Homes sell for an average of £545K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £658K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Herne Pound

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Herne Pound, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Herne Pound

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Herne Pound around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Herne Pound

Broadband services in Herne Pound 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 1,012 sales

Average Price £545K
£10K — £3.55M
Detached £658K 426
Semi £439K 254
Terraced £370K 175
Flat £260K 81

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

32 Primary
5 Secondary
8 Other
Mereworth Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Kings Hill School Primary and Nursery Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Valley Invicta Primary School At Kings Hill Primary 1.4 miles The Discovery School Primary Outstanding 2.1 miles Offham Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Wateringbury Church of England Primary School Primary 2.4 miles West Malling Church of England Primary School and McGinty Speech and Language Srp Primary Good 2.5 miles Platt Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles More Park Catholic Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Hadlow Primary School Primary 3.2 miles The Rosewood School Good 3.2 miles Valley Invicta Primary School At Leybourne Chase Primary 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Herne Pound IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Herne Pound are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
2,988 Children (0-15) 16%
11,722 Working Age 62%
5,465 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.2% 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 Herne Pound 20 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Herne Pound are lower than the England and Wales average. While criminal damage & arson is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Vehicle Crime
3 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Other Theft
2 Public Order
1 Burglary
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent East and West Peckham, Mereworth & Wateringbury
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

East Malling Train Station 3.3 miles
Beltring Train Station 4.4 miles
Aylesford Train Station 4.8 miles
Barming Train Station 4.8 miles
New Hythe Train Station 4.9 miles
East Farleigh Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kent Street 0.6 miles Mereworth 0.9 miles Pizien Well 1.4 miles West Peckham 1.4 miles Gover Hill 1.8 miles St Leonard's Street 1.8 miles Comp 1.8 miles Offham 1.9 miles Roughway 2.2 miles Hamptons 2.2 miles Nettlestead 2.2 miles New Town 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Tonbridge and Malling
County Kent
Ward Downs and Mereworth
Constituency Tonbridge and Malling
Parish Mereworth
Region South East

Streets in ME18 30 shown View all streets

A26 2 Acott Fields 1 Allington Gardens 1 B2162 5 Barming Road 1 Beech Road 5 Benover Road 11 Bishops Close 1 Blunden Lane 3 Borton Close 1 Bow Hill 3 Bow Road 8 Bow Terrace 2 Bryant Close 1 Butcher's Lane 6 Canon Lane 3 Church Close 1 Church Road 2 Church Street 4 Claygate Road 5 Cleavesland 2 Cobbs Close 2 Courtlands 1 Courtlands Close 1 Danns Lane 3 Darman Lane 2 Downs Road 1 Emmet Hill Lane 1 Fairlawn Close 1 Forge Lane 2

Postcodes in ME18 50 shown View all postcodes

ME18 5AA ME18 5AB ME18 5AD ME18 5AF ME18 5AG ME18 5AH ME18 5AJ ME18 5AL ME18 5AN ME18 5AQ ME18 5AR ME18 5AS ME18 5AT ME18 5AU ME18 5AX ME18 5AY ME18 5BA ME18 5BB ME18 5BD ME18 5BE ME18 5BF ME18 5BG ME18 5BH ME18 5BJ ME18 5BL ME18 5BN ME18 5BP ME18 5BQ ME18 5BS ME18 5BT ME18 5BU ME18 5BX ME18 5BY ME18 5BZ ME18 5DA ME18 5DD ME18 5DE ME18 5DF ME18 5DG ME18 5DH ME18 5DJ ME18 5DL ME18 5DN ME18 5DP ME18 5DQ ME18 5DR ME18 5DS ME18 5DT ME18 5DU ME18 5DW