About Old Wives Lees

Old Wives Lees is a small village located in Kent, England, within the CT4 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Ashford and provides a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The village features a mix of traditional and modern homes, contributing to its character. The local amenities include a primary school and a few small shops, catering to the daily needs of the community. Surrounding the village are fields and countryside, offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Old Wives Lees is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the wider Kent area.

School Ratings in Old Wives Lees

Families in Old Wives Lees have access to 26 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Old Wives Lees

Homes sell for an average of £486K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £609K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Old Wives Lees

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Old Wives Lees, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Old Wives Lees

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Old Wives Lees 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 Old Wives Lees

Broadband services in Old Wives Lees 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 2,284 sales

Average Price £486K
£3K — £40M
Detached £609K 964
Semi £371K 537
Terraced £305K 460
Flat £189K 148

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
3 Secondary
11 Other
Hope View School Good 0.5 miles Chilham, St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Apple Tree Children's Centre 1.7 miles Chartham Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Selling Church of England Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Kent College Nursery, Infant and Junior School 3.8 miles Petham Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles The Canterbury Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Sheldwich Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.2 miles The Canterbury Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 4.4 miles Hernhill Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Old Wives Lees IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Old Wives Lees 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
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
5,467 Children (0-15) 17%
19,213 Working Age 59%
10,356 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.5% 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 Old Wives Lees 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Old Wives Lees are lower than the England and Wales average. While other theft is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Kent Downs North
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

Chilham Train Station 0.5 miles
Chartham Train Station 2 miles
Selling Train Station 2.2 miles
Canterbury East Train Station 4.7 miles
Wye Train Station 5 miles
Canterbury West Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bagham 0.6 miles Chilham 0.9 miles Shalmsford Street 1.2 miles Dane Street 1.4 miles Mountain Street 1.4 miles Rhode Common 1.4 miles Chartham 1.9 miles Shottenden 1.9 miles Perrywood 2 miles Winterbourne 2 miles Chartham Hatch 2.2 miles Selling 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Canterbury
County Kent
Ward Barton
Constituency Canterbury
Parish Canterbury, unparished area
Region South East

Streets in CT4 30 shown View all streets

A252 6 A260 2 Adisham Road 4 Agester Lane 1 Ainsley Way 1 Almond Court 1 Arnold Road 1 Ashdown Fields 2 Ashford Road 22 Aspen Road 1 Aspinall Close 1 Bagham Road 2 Baker's Lane 2 Beaney's Lane 2 Beech Avenue 1 Beech Hill 1 Bekesbourne Hill 4 Bekesbourne Lane 7 Bekesbourne Road 1 Bifrons Hill 1 Bifrons Road 1 Bigbury Road 4 Black Robin Lane 1 Bobbin Lodge Hill 1 Bolts Hill 2 Bossingham Road 7 Bourne Park Road 3 Bowerland Lane 4 Boyke Lane 3 Brambleton Close 1

Postcodes in CT4 50 shown View all postcodes

CT4 5AA CT4 5AB CT4 5AD CT4 5AE CT4 5AH CT4 5AJ CT4 5AL CT4 5AN CT4 5AP CT4 5AQ CT4 5AR CT4 5AS CT4 5AT CT4 5AU CT4 5AW CT4 5AX CT4 5AY CT4 5AZ CT4 5BA CT4 5BB CT4 5BD CT4 5BE CT4 5BF CT4 5BG CT4 5BH CT4 5BJ CT4 5BL CT4 5BN CT4 5BP CT4 5BQ CT4 5BS CT4 5BT CT4 5BU CT4 5BW CT4 5BX CT4 5BY CT4 5BZ CT4 5DA CT4 5DB CT4 5DD CT4 5DE CT4 5DF CT4 5DG CT4 5DH CT4 5DJ CT4 5DL CT4 5DN CT4 5DR CT4 5DS CT4 5DT