Area guide · Folkestone and Hythe

Living in New Romney

A snapshot of life in New Romney, South East — house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more, drawn straight from official UK datasets.

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At a glance

New Romney is a village in Folkestone and Hythe, South East with a population of 3,870. The average house price is £325,872 and the overall crime rate is 75.2 per 1,000 residents.

Where New Romney ranks

Population

3,870

Avg House Price

£325,872

Crime Rate

75.2/1k

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

100%

Avg Download Speed

363 Mbps

EPC Rating

Median Income

£32,877

Median Age

47.5

House Prices (2025)

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

New Romney's detached homes (£413,091) command roughly 3.7× the price of a flat (£110,200).

Price Trend (11 Years)

New Romney prices have risen 34% over the last 9 years (£243,591 → £325,872).

Property Type	Average	Median	Sales Count
Detached	£413,091	£406,250	44
Semi-Detached	£324,500	£322,500	28
Terraced	£248,600	£247,500	10
Flat	£110,200	£130,000	5

Crime & safety

The overall crime rate in New Romney is 75.2 per 1,000 residents.

Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)

Most common offence in New Romney: violent crime (43% of all recorded crimes).

Schools & Education

School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

School Details

Total Schools	2
Primary	1
Secondary	1
% Top two bands	100%

Schools in this area

School	Phase	Rating
St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy	Primary	No rating available
The Marsh Academy	Secondary	Good

Broadband & Connectivity

New Romney averages 363 Mbps — 263% above the typical UK download speed.

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

Most New Romney homes sit at band C on the EPC scale. 63.6% of homes reach band C or above.

Average EPC Rating	C
Average EPC Score	70.1
% Rated C or Above	63.6%
Avg Energy Cost (per year)	£1,184

Demographics & Economy

Population	3,870
Median Age	47.5
Median Household Income	£32,877
Employment Rate	52.2%
Owner Occupied	65.8%
Degree-Level Qualified	27.4%

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in New Romney?

The average house price in New Romney is £325,872 based on Land Registry sales in 2025.

What is the cheapest type of property to buy in New Romney?

The most affordable entry point in New Romney is a flat, with an average price of £110,200.

Is New Romney a safe place to live?

New Romney has a recorded crime rate of 75.2 per 1,000 residents. Whether that feels "safe" depends on the comparison — see how it stacks up against nearby towns in the rankings below.

How are the schools in New Romney?

New Romney has 2 schools in total, with 100% rated in the top two inspection bands by the relevant inspectorate.

What broadband speeds are available in New Romney?

Average broadband download speeds in New Romney are around 363 Mbps. Superfast (30 Mbps+) coverage reaches 89.1% of premises.

How big is New Romney?

New Romney is a settlement in Folkestone and Hythe with a population of approximately 3,870.

Most compared with

How does New Romney stack up against its neighbours?

Ashford (Ashford)

New Romney

House price: £250,000 · £325,872
Crime rate: 66.7 · 75.2
Distance: 11.3 mi

Dymchurch

New Romney

House price: £568,189 · £325,872
Crime rate: 74.9 · 75.2
Distance: 4.2 mi

Folkestone

New Romney

House price: £332,015 · £325,872
Crime rate: 75 · 75.2
Distance: 11.8 mi

Hawkinge

New Romney

House price: £389,416 · £325,872
Crime rate: 75 · 75.2
Distance: 12.9 mi

Hythe

New Romney

House price: £332,015 · £325,872
Crime rate: 75 · 75.2
Distance: 8.4 mi

Littlestone-on-Sea

New Romney

House price: £415,449 · £325,872
Crime rate: 74.7 · 75.2
Distance: 1.5 mi

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