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Welcome to Clarendons Estate and Letting Agent in Staplehurst
Staplehurst is a charming large village surrounded by beautiful Kent countryside, renowned for its welcoming community, historic character, and modern amenities. Ideally positioned for families, professionals, and those seeking a blend of village life with superb transport links, Staplehurst offers everything from timbered period cottages to new family homes and rural retreats. From local farm shops and quality schools to tranquil walks and vibrant village events, living in Staplehurst means enjoying the very best of the Weald of Kent.
As your independent, award-winning local agent, Clarendons provides in-depth property expertise, seamless service, and local knowledge to help you make the very most of everything Staplehurst offers.
Clarendons took the headache out of moving to rural Kent. Their advice on the local schools and support through the purchase process was second to none—highly experienced and approachable.
The Staplehurst Property Market
Staplehurst remains one of the Weald’s most sought-after villages, with demand fuelled by its balance of village charm, modern infrastructure, and speedy London connections. The current market offers everything from listed cottages and classic semis to spacious detached family homes and the latest executive new builds.
Average Property Prices (2025)
Source: HM Land Registry & local agent data, July 2025. Staplehurst TN12 average values.
Properties here enjoy stable price growth, strong resale values, and consistently high demand from families and commuters—all drawn to Staplehurst’s village spirit, character property, and prime Kentish location.
Staplehurst Village
Staplehurst is vibrant with a strong sense of community, thriving independent businesses, and an established collection of societies and clubs. The central high street is home to everything needed for daily life: cafés, supermarkets, chemists, medical centre, farm shops, and traditional pubs. Local landmarks include All Saints’ Church with its 13th-century origins and Surrenden Playing Fields, a centre for local sports and events.
The surrounding countryside offers scenic walks, biking trails, and easy access to the best of the Kent Weald. Residents enjoy village fetes, Christmas lights, and family events all year round.
Just a short drive away, Marden, Headcorn and Cranbrook provide even more options for shopping, dining, and leisure, shaping Staplehurst into a truly desirable destination in the southeast.
Transport
Staplehurst is perfectly positioned for commuters and explorers alike. Trains from Staplehurst station reach London Bridge in as little as 50 minutes, with fast regular services to Charing Cross and Cannon Street. Road connections via the A229 and A21 put Maidstone, Tunbridge Wells, and Ashford all within half an hour’s drive.
Well-established local bus routes, cycling networks, and easy access to Gatwick and the Channel Tunnel make long and short journeys straightforward and efficient from the village centre.
Education
Staplehurst is home to the highly regarded Staplehurst School (primary), rated "Good" by Ofsted, and benefits from access to many top Kent grammar and independent secondary schools. The town’s catchment includes Cranbrook School, Maidstone’s grammars, and respected comprehensives in Headcorn and Marden.
School coach and public bus services operate to the main secondary schools, and the village supports an active network of nurseries, after-school clubs, and enrichment activities for all ages.
What are the House Styles in Staplehurst?
Staplehurst offers a spectrum of homes: timber-framed cottages, brick and weatherboard Kentish houses, classic Victorian semis and terraces, and stylish modern developments on the village edge. New family homes and executive houses are popular with commuters, while characterful period houses set among orchards and farmland evoke the spirit of "the Garden of England."
Whether you dream of countryside cottage living or need a spacious contemporary family home, you’ll find an option to suit every preference and lifestyle in Staplehurst.
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