Gillingham (Medway) vs Hadlow
Which is better to live in? Distance: 14.5 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Gillingham (medway) wins on house prices with a 40% gap. For families, Gillingham (medway) edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Gillingham (Medway)
£326,475
Hadlow
£542,959
Crime Rate
Gillingham (Medway)
0.3
Hadlow
N/A
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Gillingham (Medway)
96.3%
Hadlow
50.0%
Avg Download Speed
Gillingham (Medway)
479.7
Hadlow
256.1
EPC Rating
Gillingham (Medway)
71.3
Hadlow
69.7
Median Income
Gillingham (Medway)
£31,916
Hadlow
£35,128
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South EastProperty in Hadlow commands an average of £542,959, compared with £326,475 in Gillingham (medway) – a difference of 40%. The most affordable entry point in Gillingham (medway) is a flat at £155,412, while in Hadlow it is a flat at £220,000.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 45% pricier in Hadlow (£872,000 vs £477,952).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Gillingham (medway) prices grew faster — 33% vs 27%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South EastCrime rate data is not available for both Gillingham (medway) and Hadlow at this time.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Schools & Education
Best for schools in South EastFamilies may prefer Gillingham (medway), where 96.3% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 50% in Hadlow. There are 33 schools in Gillingham (medway) and 2 in Hadlow.
Gillingham (Medway) School Inspection Breakdown
96.3% of 33 schools (25 primary, 8 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Hadlow School Inspection Breakdown
50% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Gillingham (Medway) | Hadlow |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 33 | 2 |
| Primary | 25 | 1 |
| Secondary | 8 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 96.3% | 50% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 479.7 Mbps in Gillingham (medway) and 256.1 Mbps in Hadlow. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 98.1% of premises in Gillingham (medway) and 80.8% in Hadlow. Gigabit availability stands at 95.3% in Gillingham (medway) and 44.5% in Hadlow.
Gillingham (medway) is the faster of the two by 87% on average download speed (480 vs 256 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Gillingham (medway) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71.3 (C), while Hadlow averages 69.7 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,042 in Gillingham (medway) and £1,322 in Hadlow. 66% of homes in Gillingham (medway) have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 60.4% in Hadlow.
Gillingham (medway) has more energy-efficient housing — 66% reach band C or above, vs 60.4% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £35,128 in Hadlow and £31,915.5 in Gillingham (medway). The median age is 41.7 in Gillingham (medway) and 44.3 in Hadlow. Owner-occupancy is 65.8% in Gillingham (medway) versus 68.9% in Hadlow. Employment rates stand at 58.1% in Gillingham (medway) and 60% in Hadlow.
| Indicator | Gillingham (Medway) | Hadlow |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 108,485 | 3,168 |
| Median Age | 41.7 | 44.3 |
| Median Household Income | £31,915.5 | £35,128 |
| Employment Rate | 58.1% | 60% |
| Owner Occupied | 65.8% | 68.9% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 24.6% | 37% |
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