About Heronden

Heronden is a small village located in Kent, England, within the postcode area CT13. This rural area is characterised by its agricultural landscape and offers a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities that cater to everyday needs. Surrounding Heronden, you will find a variety of walking paths and open fields, making it suitable for outdoor activities. The nearby towns provide additional facilities, including shops and services, while the picturesque countryside invites exploration. Heronden serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to escape the busier urban centres.

School Ratings in Heronden

Heronden is served by 30 schools. Sandwich Junior School and Life Skills Manor are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Heronden

Property prices average £392K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £331K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Heronden

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Heronden, with 4 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Heronden

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Heronden 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Heronden

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Heronden, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,651 sales

Average Price £392K
£100 — £5.9M
Detached £510K 439
Semi £331K 528
Terraced £331K 450
Flat £237K 113

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
2 Secondary
8 Other
Eastry Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles The Davenport School Good 1.3 miles Northbourne Park School 1.6 miles Beech Grove School Good 2.3 miles Northbourne Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Goodnestone Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles St Faith's At Ash School Limited Good 2.5 miles Sandwich Technology School Secondary Inadequate 2.6 miles Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Sandwich Junior School Primary Outstanding 2.8 miles Worth Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Woodpecker Court Outstanding 2.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Heronden IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Heronden 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.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
2,881 Children (0-15) 15%
10,731 Working Age 57%
6,838 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.3% 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 Heronden 23 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Heronden falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Public Order
2 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Crime
1 Other Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Eastry Rural
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

Sandwich Train Station 3.1 miles
Snowdown Train Station 3.4 miles
Aylesham Train Station 3.6 miles
Adisham Train Station 3.8 miles
Shepherds Well Train Station 4.5 miles
Walmer Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Buttsole 0.6 miles Eastry 0.6 miles Hammill 0.6 miles Knowlton 0.9 miles Selson 0.9 miles Gore 0.9 miles Rowling 1.2 miles Statenborough 1.4 miles Summerfield 1.4 miles Flemings 1.4 miles Woodnesborough 1.8 miles Barnsole 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Dover
County Kent
Ward Sandwich
Constituency South Thanet
Parish Sandwich
Region South East

Streets in CT13 30 shown View all streets

Albion Road 1 Alexander Close 2 Alliss Gardens 1 Ash Road 3 Austins Lane 1 Barnende Court 1 Barnsole Road 1 Beacon Lane 2 Bell Lane 1 Berton Close 1 Bowling Street 2 Boystown Place 3 Bridge Close 1 Brightlingsea Road 1 Brook Street 5 Burch Avenue 4 Cambridge Avenue 1 Castle Road 2 Cattle Market 3 Centenary Gardens 1 Chalk Pit Hill 1 Chalk Pit Lane 1 Church Farm Way 2 Church Street 6 Church Street St. Clements 1 Church Street St. Marys 2 Clay Court 2 Cooks Lea 1 Coombe Lane 2 Cottage Row 1

Postcodes in CT13 50 shown View all postcodes

CT13 0AA CT13 0AB CT13 0AD CT13 0AE CT13 0AF CT13 0AJ CT13 0AL CT13 0AN CT13 0AP CT13 0AQ CT13 0AR CT13 0AS CT13 0AT CT13 0AU CT13 0AW CT13 0AX CT13 0AY CT13 0AZ CT13 0BA CT13 0BB CT13 0BD CT13 0BE CT13 0BG CT13 0BH CT13 0BJ CT13 0BN CT13 0BP CT13 0BQ CT13 0BS CT13 0BT CT13 0BU CT13 0BW CT13 0BX CT13 0BY CT13 0BZ CT13 0DA CT13 0DB CT13 0DD CT13 0DE CT13 0DF CT13 0DG CT13 0DH CT13 0DJ CT13 0DL CT13 0DN CT13 0DP CT13 0DQ CT13 0DR CT13 0DS CT13 0DT