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About Yewhedges
Yewhedges is located in Kent, England, within the ME13 postcode area. This area is characterised by its rural landscape, providing a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The surrounding countryside offers a variety of outdoor activities, including walking and cycling, making it a suitable spot for those who enjoy nature.
The village is primarily residential, with a small number of local amenities available to serve the community. Nearby towns offer additional facilities, ensuring that residents have access to shops, schools, and healthcare services. Yewhedges is well-connected by road, making it easy to travel to larger towns and cities in Kent.
School Ratings in Yewhedges
Yewhedges is served by 25 schools. Hernhill Church of England Primary School and Sheldwich Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Yewhedges
Property prices average £390K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £309K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Yewhedges
Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Yewhedges, with 26 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Yewhedges
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Yewhedges falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Yewhedges
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Property Prices 4,439 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the ME13 postcode area.
Household Income in Yewhedges ONS 2023
The average total household income in Yewhedges is approximately £58,012 a year before tax, 5% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,104. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,104.
Businesses in Yewhedges ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,292 active businesses based in Yewhedges, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Yewhedges IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Yewhedges in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Yewhedges 135 crimes · April 2026
Yewhedges experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Yewhedges
Of the 11,762 households in and around Yewhedges, 69% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 16% 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 Yewhedges.