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About Well Street
Well Street is located in Kent, England, within the ME19 postcode area. This street is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern houses. It is well-connected to nearby amenities, making it a convenient location for residents. The area has access to local shops and services, providing essential facilities for everyday needs.
The surrounding landscape includes green spaces and parks, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. Well Street is also close to transport links, allowing for easy travel to nearby towns and cities. The community here is friendly, with a sense of local engagement among residents. Overall, Well Street serves as a practical and pleasant place to live in Kent.
School Ratings in Well Street
There are 77 schools in and around Well Street. Kings Hill School Primary and Nursery and The Discovery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Well Street
The average property price is £503K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £646K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Well Street
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Well Street, with 44 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Well Street
Well Street 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.
Healthcare in Well Street
There are 16 GP surgeries within three miles of Well Street, the nearest being Ophthalmology-apcos-jg (1.2 miles away).
Local Data for Well Street
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Property Prices 3,933 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME19 postcode area.
Household Income in Well Street ONS 2023
The average total household income in Well Street is approximately £75,143 a year before tax, 36% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,257. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £51,257.
Businesses in Well Street ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,404 active businesses based in Well Street, around 53 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 47 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Well Street IMD 2025
Well Street 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.
Crime in Well Street 137 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Well Street sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Anti-social behaviour 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Well Street
Of the 10,235 households in and around Well Street, 75% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Well Street.