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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

Longfield is a village located in Kent, England, within the DA3 postcode area. It is situated approximately 30 miles east of central London, making it a convenient location for commuters. The village features a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks. Longfield is well-connected by road and rail, with a railway station that provides services to London and other nearby towns.

The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature, with various green spaces available for recreation. Longfield also has a number of community events throughout the year, fostering a sense of belonging among residents. The village is primarily residential, appealing to families and individuals seeking a quieter lifestyle while still being within easy reach of larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Longfield

There are 96 schools in and around Longfield. 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

The average property price is £505K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £667K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Longfield

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Longfield, with 41 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Longfield

Longfield sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Longfield

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Longfield, the nearest being Jubilee Medical Centre (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Longfield

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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

54 Primary
12 Secondary
30 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 4
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DA3 postcode area.

Leigh Academy Longfield Secondary Good 0.5 miles Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Rowhill School Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Steephill School Not applicable 1 miles Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Sedley's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Leigh Academy Hartley Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Istead Rise Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Bean Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Leigh Academy Milestone Not applicable 2 miles Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Greenlands at Darenth Children's Centre Good 2 miles

Household Income in Longfield ONS 2023

The average total household income in Longfield 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 £63,859
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Longfield ONS 2025

There are approximately 703 active businesses based in Longfield, 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 IMD 2025

Longfield 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
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 97 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Longfield sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Shoplifting 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.

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 0.4 miles
Ebbsfleet International Train Station 2.9 miles
Farningham Road Train Station 3 miles
Northfleet Train Station 3.2 miles
Greenhithe For Bluewater Train Station 3.2 miles
Swanscombe Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hook Green 0.9 miles Grubb Street 1.2 miles Betsham 1.2 miles Hartley 1.2 miles Hartley Green 1.2 miles Green Street Green 1.4 miles New Barn 1.4 miles Longfield Hill 1.4 miles Southfleet 1.4 miles Northfleet Green 1.8 miles Istead Rise 2 miles Stonewood 2 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Longfield

Of the 6,870 households in and around Longfield, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Longfield

What is the population of Longfield?
Longfield 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?
The average property in and around Longfield 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 a deprived area?
Longfield 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?
Longfield is covered by the DA3 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Longfield?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Longfield, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Longfield?
The nearest railway station to Longfield is Longfield Train Station, about 0.4 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