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Location in KentLongfield Hill sits where the marker shows within the county.

16,946
Population
6,802
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£63,859
Avg. household income
703
Businesses
567
People per km²
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About Longfield Hill

Longfield Hill is a small village located in Kent, England, within the DA3 postcode area. It is situated on a high point, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of modern homes and older properties. Longfield Hill has a local primary school, which serves the community and provides education for younger children.

The village is well-connected by road, making it easy to reach nearby towns and cities. There are local amenities available, including shops and parks, catering to the daily needs of residents. Longfield Hill is also close to the larger village of Longfield, which offers additional facilities and services. The area is suitable for those seeking a quiet lifestyle while still having access to essential amenities and transport links.

School Ratings in Longfield Hill

Families in Longfield Hill have access to 80 local schools. Leigh Academy Hartley and Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Longfield Hill

Homes sell for an average of £505K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £667K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Longfield Hill

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Longfield Hill, with 41 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Longfield Hill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Longfield Hill around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Longfield Hill

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Longfield Hill, the nearest being Downs Way Medical Practice (1.3 miles away).

Local Data for Longfield Hill

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Property Prices 2,058 sales

Average Price £505K
£500 , £12.44M
Detached £667K 746
Semi £474K 449
Terraced £322K 643
Flat £238K 177

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

46 Primary
9 Secondary
25 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 4
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DA3 postcode area.

Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Rowhill School Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Istead Rise Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Leigh Academy Longfield Secondary Good 1.1 miles Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Leigh Academy Hartley Primary Outstanding 1.5 miles Helen Allison School Not applicable Good 1.5 miles Meopham Community Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Steephill School Not applicable 1.7 miles Sedley's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Leigh Academy Milestone Not applicable 1.9 miles Meopham School Secondary Good 2 miles

Household Income in Longfield Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Longfield Hill is approximately £63,859 a year before tax, 15% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,637. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Longfield Hill £63,859
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £44,637.

Businesses in Longfield Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 703 active businesses based in Longfield Hill, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

703 Total businesses
41 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Longfield Hill IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Longfield Hill 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 27%
2,904 Children (0-15) 17%
9,408 Working Age 56%
4,636 Older (65+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.9% 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 Longfield Hill 97 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Longfield Hill is around the national average, with shoplifting representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Shoplifting 41
Violence & Sexual Offences 18
Anti-Social Behaviour 15
Other Theft 8
Criminal Damage & Arson 6
Burglary 3
Vehicle Crime 3
Drugs 1
Weapons 1
Robbery 1
Local Policing
Kent Longfield, New Barn & Southfleet
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

Longfield Train Station 1.5 miles
Sole Street Train Station 2 miles
Ebbsfleet International Train Station 3.6 miles
Gravesend Train Station 3.7 miles
Northfleet Train Station 3.8 miles
Swanscombe Train Station 4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

New Barn 0 yards Meopham Station 0.9 miles Hartley 1.4 miles Hartley Green 1.4 miles Nash Street 1.4 miles Longfield 1.4 miles Istead Rise 1.4 miles Hook Green 1.4 miles Round Street 1.9 miles Northfleet Green 1.9 miles Camer 2 miles Sole Street 2 miles

Local Government

District Sevenoaks
County Kent
Ward Hartley and Hodsoll Street
Constituency Dartford
Parish Hartley
Region South East

Home Ownership in Longfield Hill

Of the 6,870 households in and around Longfield Hill, 81% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 81% Social rented 8% Private rented 10%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Longfield Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Longfield Hill

What is the population of Longfield Hill?
Longfield Hill has a population of approximately 16,946 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Longfield Hill?
The average property in and around Longfield Hill sold for about £505,290, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 45% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Longfield Hill a deprived area?
Longfield Hill sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Longfield Hill?
Longfield Hill is covered by the DA3 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Longfield Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Longfield Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Longfield Hill?
The nearest railway station to Longfield Hill is Longfield Train Station, about 1.5 miles away.

Streets in DA3 30 shown View all streets

Ash Croft Court 1 Ash Road 29 Ayelands 3 Banckside 1 Barnfield Close 1 Bazes Shaw 3 Bedford Square 1 Beechlands Close 1 Bentley Close 2 Berrylands 1 Billings Hill Shaw 1 Birch Close 1 Bowes Wood 2 Bradbrook Drive 3 Brambledown 3 Bramblefield Close 6 Brands Hatch Road 3 Briars Way 2 Brickfield Farm Close 1 Broomfields 1 Caling Croft 4 Capelands 2 Carmelite Way 1 Castle Hill 4 Caxton Close 3 Centre Road 2 Chantry Avenue 2 Chapel Wood 3 Chapel Wood Road 1 Chartwell Lane 2

Postcodes in DA3 50 shown View all postcodes

DA3 7AA DA3 7AB DA3 7AD DA3 7AE DA3 7AF DA3 7AG DA3 7AH DA3 7AJ DA3 7AL DA3 7AN DA3 7AP DA3 7AQ DA3 7AR DA3 7AS DA3 7AT DA3 7AU DA3 7AW DA3 7AY DA3 7AZ DA3 7BA DA3 7BB DA3 7BD DA3 7BE DA3 7BF DA3 7BG DA3 7BH DA3 7BJ DA3 7BL DA3 7BN DA3 7BP DA3 7BQ DA3 7BS DA3 7BT DA3 7BW DA3 7BX DA3 7BY DA3 7BZ DA3 7DA DA3 7DB DA3 7DE DA3 7DF DA3 7DG DA3 7DH DA3 7DL DA3 7DP DA3 7DQ DA3 7DR DA3 7DS DA3 7DT DA3 7DU