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Kings Hill, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Kings Hill is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,638. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,638 Population 2,045/sq mi density
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Kings Hill

Kings Hill

Kings Hill is a civil parish in the borough of Tonbridge and Malling in Kent, England. It is one of several new villages built in Kent since the 1950s. Development started in 1989 near West Malling, on land previously occupied by RAF West Malling which was operational during both world wars. The plan was for a multi-purpose site of both residential and office/business space.

People

Population2,638
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2,045/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units1,055

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population2,638
Population Density2,045 / sq mi
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates51.2744°, 0.4024°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Kings Hill

Kings Hill is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,638. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet (89 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Kings Hill has a population of 2,638 with a density of 2,045 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,638
Total Population
2,045
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Kings Hill vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Kings Hill is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 240 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kings Hill vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)240

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kings Hill is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,055 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units1,055

Property Tax

Kings Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density2,045/sq mi
Coordinates51.2744°N, 0.4024°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.0"
18% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 135 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 47 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 127 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 127 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 123 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 104 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 103 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 72 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 57 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 126 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 130 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 106 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 49 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 102 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 105 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 139 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 121 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 123 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 117 km
Feb 15, 1994 4 km NNE of Banham, United Kingdom M2.9 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m 89 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in

Kings Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 40°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.7").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2,045/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Kings Hill

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Discovery School
Mereworth Community Primary School
Kings Hill School Primary and Nursery
Valley Invicta Primary School At Kings Hill
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Radio Stations near Kings Hill

81 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk Radio (UK) curent affairs, politics AAC+ 32 kbps
BritCom 2 - Pumpkin FM british comedy, comedy MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Country country, country music AAC 48 kbps
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
Hits Radio London AAC+ 47 kbps
ROKit Radio : Adventure Stories adventure, old time radio MP3 48 kbps
Slow Focus | NTS ambient, drone MP3
DnB Liquified liquid dnb MP3 128 kbps
Bloomberg DAB Digital Radio London business, business news UNKNOWN
BritCom 3 - Pumpkin FM british comedy, comedy MP3 128 kbps
1940s Radio HS - Pumpkin FM 1930s, 1940s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
BBC Essex UNKNOWN
Soul Rhythms Radio UK dancehall, house MP3 320 kbps
Absolute Radio 80s 80s AAC 128 kbps
Heart 70's 70's MP3 128 kbps
Tonic Ska Radio ska MP3 128 kbps
House FM deep house, house MP3 128 kbps
Poolside | NTS poolside, soul MP3
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
Moon Phase Radio MP3 192 kbps
Forest Gold classic hits, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
ROKit Radio : Saturn-X Radio Shows old time radio, otr MP3 48 kbps
Classic Hits Forest Radio 1950s, 1960s AAC 128 kbps
Xmas Crackers | NTS christmas MP3
More Radio Eastbourne hits, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Mad Wasp Radio alternative, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 60s greatest hits AAC+ 48 kbps
KIDS RAVE RADIO acid, afro house MP3 192 kbps
Hailsham FM local radio MP3 128 kbps
Subtle Radio community radio, music MP3 192 kbps
NTS | Low Key classic hip hop, hip hop MP3
Trash Can Radio pure rock and roll and trash; ska; trash; blue beat; r&b; blues; rock; garage; doo-wop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Caroline North AAC+ 52 kbps
Zero Radio MP3 128 kbps
Lyca Radio MP3 192 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
Lifestyle Radio UK country, pop MP3 192 kbps
Crackers Radio disco & jazz, funk MP3 320 kbps
London Greek Radio (LGR) 103.3, cyprus MP3 128 kbps
Switch FM London MP3 128 kbps
West Kent Radio MP3 170 kbps
Fred Film Radio-28 Education culture, film MP3 128 kbps
Diva Radio Disco MP3 192 kbps
Boogaloo Radio dance, electronic MP3 192 kbps
Davide of MIMIC classical MP3 320 kbps
Loose FM eclectic, electronic MP3 320 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
4TunesFM jazz, reggae MP3 128 kbps
Phoenix FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
GlitterBeam Radio MP3 128 kbps
Colin Mogagabe MP3 128 kbps
Slim Radio deep house, disco MP3 320 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
Power Ace Radio afrobeats, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 MP3 256 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback MP3 128 kbps
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Conquest Hospital Radio MP3 160 kbps
Oldskool UK dnb, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford MP3 128 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
Hospital Radio Hillingdon community radio, hospital radio MP3 128 kbps
Stomp Radio MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio MP3 192 kbps
Nice Cream Green disco, funk MP3 192 kbps
Foundation FM community radio, electronic MP3 192 kbps
Radio Jackie (Lo) oldies, pop AAC+ 32 kbps
KICKS fm general MP3 160 kbps
Voices Radio community radio, discussion MP3 128 kbps
Social Light Radio MP3 160 kbps
Radio Jackie (Lo Mono) low bandwidth, oldies AAC+ 12 kbps
Sister Midnight FM music, non-commercial MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mount Vernon hospital radio MP3
Spectrum Radio International 558 AM international MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Kings Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canvey Island Heritage Centre Museum
Castle Point Transport Museum
Cold War Bunker
Cranbrook Museum
Dartford Borough Museum and Library
Dog collar museum
Essex Fire Museum
Guildhall Museum
Kent Firefighting Museum
Lashenden Air Warfare Museum
Maidstone Museum
Milton Chantry
Museum of Carriages
Otford Heritage Centre
Purfleet Heritage Centre
Purfleet Heritage Centre
Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum
Rainham Hall
Rainham Hall
Rolvenden Layne Sound Museum
Royal Engineers Museum
Sevenoaks Museum
Shoreham Aircraft Museum
The Amelia Scott
The Bay Museum
The C.M Booth Collection
The South East Romany Museum
Thurrock Museum
Tonbridge Castle Gatehouse

Libraries in Kings Hill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Allington Library0.0
Ashen Drive Library0.0
Aveley Community Hub0.0
Bearsted Library0.0
Belhus Library0.0
Blackshots Library0.0
Borough Green Library0.0
Canvey Island Library0.0
Chadwell Library0.0
Chatham Library & Community Hub0.0
Coldharbour Library0.0
Coxheath Library0.0
Crayford Library0.0
Cuxton Library0.0
Dartford Borough Museum and Library0.0
Dartford Borough Museum and Library0.0
Dashwood Library0.0
Drill Hall Library Block A0.0
Drill Hall Library Block B0.0
Drill Hall Library Block C0.0
East Peckham Library0.0
East Tilbury Library0.0
Fleetdown Library0.0
Gillingham Library0.0
Gravesend Library and Information0.0
Grays Library0.0
Hartley Library0.0
Hawkhurst Library0.0
Headcorn Library0.0
Hempstead Public Library0.0
Higham Library0.0
Hildenborough Library0.0
Hoo Library0.0
Hoo Library0.0
Kemsing Library0.0
Kent History and Library Centre0.0
Kings Farm Library0.0
Larkfield Library0.0
Longfield Library0.0
Lordswood Library0.0
Luton Library0.0
Marden Library0.0
Marling Cross Library0.0
Medway Archives Centre0.0
Meopham Library0.0
New Ash Green Library0.0
Otford Library0.0
Paddock Wood Library0.0
Pembury Library0.0
Purfleet-on-Thames Library &Hub0.0
Purfleet-on-Thames Library &Hub0.0
Rainham Library0.0
Rainham Library0.0
Riverhead Library0.0
Riverview Park Library0.0
Rochester Community Hub0.0
Rusthall Library0.0
Seal Library0.0
Sevenoaks Library0.0
Shepway Library0.0
Showfields0.0
Southborough Library0.0
Stanford-le-Hope Library0.0
Staplehurst Library0.0
Strood Library & Community Hub0.0
Summerhouse Drive Library0.0
Sutton-at-Hone Library0.0
Swanley Library0.0
Swanley Library0.0
Temple Hill Library0.0
The Thomas Aveling School and Community Library0.0
Tilbury Library0.0
Tonbridge Library0.0
Tonbridge North Library0.0
Tunbridge Wells Library0.0
Twydall Library0.0
Vigo Library0.0
Wadhurst Library0.0
Walderslade Hook Meadow Library0.0
Walderslade Village Library0.0
West Kingsdown Library0.0
West Malling Library0.0
Wigmore Library0.0
Yalding Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kings Hill

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boot Sale
Rochester Christmas Market
Tonbridge Farmers' Market
Willow Farm Car Boot Sale

Restaurants in Kings Hill

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kings Gurkha
The Moody Mare
Turmeric Square

Cafes in Kings Hill

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Costa
Costa

Golf Courses in Kings Hill

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kings Hill Golf Club

Breweries in Kings Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Allkin Brewing
Bexley Brewery
Bexley Brewery
Brumaison Beer
Goachers Brewery
Iron Pier Brewery
Kent Brewey
Larkins Brewery
Nelson Brewery
No Frills Joe
Tonbridge Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Kings Hill

TeamLeagueDivision
Princes Park
VCD Athletic

Ski Resorts Near Kings Hill

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 $0
Better Ski & Board Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kings Hill

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Brighton City AirportESHMedium Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Andrewsfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Audley End AirfieldSmall Airport
Barcombe-North AirstripSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Benington AirfieldSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blooms Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Bradleys Lawn AirstripSmall Airport
Bury Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Chelworth House AirstripSmall Airport
Chipstead Private AirstripSmall Airport
Churchlands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clacton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clees Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Coleman Green AirstripSmall Airport
Cottered AirstripSmall Airport
Crockham Hill AirfieldSmall Airport
Crosbie Field ULSmall Airport
Damyns Hall AerodromeSmall Airport
Danehill AirstripSmall Airport
Deanland Lewes AirfieldSmall Airport
Dysons Osiers AirstripSmall Airport
Earls Colne AirfieldSmall Airport
East Haxted Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Elstree AirfieldSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Folly Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fridd Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Gerpins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Graveley AirstripSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Headcorn AerodromeSmall Airport
Hertfordshire Microlight Club London Colney AirstripSmall Airport
Hickstead AirstripSmall Airport
High Cross AirstripSmall Airport
High Easter AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kings Hill

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dripology
Oxygen Therapy & MS Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kings Hill

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Lawrence's Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kings Hill

What is the population of Kings Hill?

Kings Hill has a population of 2,638 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2,045 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Kings Hill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kings Hill?

Kings Hill has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kings Hill?

Kings Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 240 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kings Hill?

The median home value in Kings Hill is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Kings Hill?

50.0% of adults in Kings Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Kings Hill?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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