Dartford definitely has a strong sense of community and a sense of belonging. The place is a real sh*thole now. Gravesend has also made the top 10 worst UK towns. Is Dartford really the worst place to live in Kent? This website and its associated newspaper are members of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Capstone Farm Country Park is definitely an outdoor destination if you happen to be in the area. But if thats what youre after, you probably shouldnt consider living in Smarden. As its county town, Maidstone combines this rural charm with modernity: new industries, new developments and everything you could want from a large modern town. It also has a wide range of independent shops, including bookshops and small cafes. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Our Education Directory has everything you could possibly need! The east part of the island is indeed isolated, hence why its been awarded the highest rating for quietness. Must be very loud with that big church there, and that old building looks like it's going to fall into the road. After a Kent town was named one of the worst places to live in the entire country we took to the streets to find out if it deserves its reputation. Known for its Oysters, the seaside town is currently placed as the second worst place to live in Kent. Gravesend is home to a diverse community, with the Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara one of the most iconic buildings in Kent. 27 sheep killed near Sittingbourne in 'worst livestock attack' police have ever seen, Driver's lucky escape after tree fell down on A299 Thanet Way, Police search for Bromley boy, 13, who has been missing for a week, The Kent people recognised in the King's New Year Honours list, Folkestone chippy serves more than 100 free Christmas Day meals to town's most in need, Aerial view of Canterbury in summer, Kent, England. Something went wrong, please try again later. And it did not fare well compared to all towns in the UK, being ranked 189th out of 205. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Because most shops shut at around 9, and on a Sunday its pretty much medieval.. So this rather sleepy old-fashioned looking village in rural Kent is without doubt, apparently, the worst place in Kent to live. Where does your town rank in the country's best places to live? But the most impressive part is that Gravesend is home to one of the biggest Gurdwaras in Europe. We have dug out the ranking of each Kent location on the list and provided a break down in full. See where your town places on the list below ranked worst to best. As we recently reported, Dartford has the largest Black community in Kent. Medway - Strood South - 133 crime reports. The area does get a lot of tourists in the summer, but like most coastal towns in Kent, those tourists help keep businesses open and give the town a buzz. Something went wrong, please try again later. Kent areas with worst pollution amid controversial ULEZ expansion, Current plans would see the Ultra Low Emissions Zone expanded this summer, Arrest after man has neck cut in 'serious assault', Police are now appealing for witnesses and those with information to come forward. Something went wrong, please try again later. It is on the edge of the North Downs above the Darent Valley and people who use it are crazy about it. Get the latest property market news straight to your inbox. Read more:The Kent areas in danger of being named the worst place to live in the UK 2023. It won five top awards last year in the prestigious South East in Bloom competition which assesses town council land for its management, appearance and community usage. With the high-street offering some top end shops and restaurants it really is a desirable place to live. This analysis applies to Kent's proper boundaries only. Kent areas with worst pollution amid controversial ULEZ expansion, Current plans would see the Ultra Low Emissions Zone expanded this summer, Arrest after man has neck cut in 'serious assault', Police are now appealing for witnesses and those with information to come forward. Unfortunately for these places theres a definite lack of places to do most of these things, and very far removed from many transport, education, or shopping options. A new year is nearly upon us and many may be considering moving to the Garden of England in 2022. Oh, and apparently to top it all off its haunted and there may or may not have been babies sacrificed there. Slammed by the algorithm for not having good transport links, a lack of schools, shopping, and its lifestyle options Reculver is apparently not a place to be if you expect a good nightlife. These included a number of MPs such as Michael Howard, MP for Hythe in Kent, which appeared at number four in the 2003 edition. Considering its apparently the second worst place to live in Kent, it could be a lot worse though. With Eastwell Manor and Godinton House not too far from the town, it really does offer some luxury to those who want it. There were 28 crime reports to police during April, including 13 anti-social behaviour incidents and six drug-related incidents. A poll from the satirical website i LiveHere, which sees residents criticize their hometowns, placed the Kent town as the 21st worst place to live in the UK. The high-street offers a wide range of items for shoppers and has plenty of life in it. Dartford has the largest Black community in Kent. At first inspection I thought at least Dartford cant get any worse! How wrong [], Medway actually has a fair bit going for it. 7. It is very close to the High Street and train station. [5] In June 2012, the editors announced that they were gathering nominations for a third edition of Crap Towns (published 2013). 29 Kent villages so beautiful you'll want to move there in 2022, which likened it to 'The Manchester United of chav town', Canterbury Road Primary School in the town was voted as the fifth best primary school in Kent. Apparently its lacking in all the areas that all the other places on this list seem to be, but yeah. Leeds castle was described by one of the visitors on Trip.com as the most beautiful castle they have ever seen. Oyster cards are accepted at Swanley Rail Station. I eventually escaped in 2010 and don't go back unless I absolutely have to. The Borough Market is also a town tradition. See the table on nearby places below for nearby cities. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Even Pizza Hut has fled the town centre.. Listed below are the 11 locations with the highest number of crimes reported to the police in April this year, the most recent available figures. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Maidstone lies at the heart of the Garden of England, it has a very important history, with plenty of museums and galleries to visit. Apologies in advance to islanders, but there was always a reasonable likelihood some part of Sheppey might feature on this list. If youre looking for a safe and leafy area with reasonably good transport links, Sutton-at-Hone and nearby Hawley is not actually a bad choice. There is also Darenth Country Park, which opened two decades ago, which includes cycle routes, a traditional orchard and horse grazing. It come as figures earlier this year show violent crime in the county has increased by more than 25% in 12 months. Its Central Park may not be as big as the one in New York City, but it is certainly worth a visit. What its really like: Anyone who has spent any time in Kent as a kid will tell you about The Romney Hythe and Dymchurch - its really great fun. On the other hand it scored the highest possible rating for green spaces, but if you dont fancy living in a tranquil, historic, abundantly green village by the sea, its probably one of the worst places in Kent. According to Rightmove, the results of this year's Happy at Home Survey show Rotherham was the worst place to live in the country and the best and happiest place to live was St Ives in Cornwall. At the entrance to Central Park, is Dartford Museum which shares the Dartford Library building, there is the Temple Hill Community Centre managed by the borough council, which can be hired for everything from wedding receptions to film nights and community lunches. It's green, but it looks a bit like a ghost town. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Kent has also seen the fastest rise in knife crime in the entire country. What its really like: Canterbury is one of the most diverse areas in the county. Strangely places such as Badgers Mount have apparently been awarded the lowest possible rating for transport, which seems odd considering the proximity to the above mentioned major motorway, and being a stones throw from the main rail line into London. Current Resident 11 months ago Overall Experience Thanet - Margate Central - 176 crime reports. She growing up in rural paradise of Horton Kirby and myself growing up in Abbey Wood we plumped for somewhere in the middle Dartford! A walk around Mote Park makes for a good activity for the kids and with KentLife nearby you wont struggle for things to do. Why is this you ask? 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We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The places which scored high were those with a strong sense of community, polite and friendly residents, and a sense of belonging. Unfortunately, Providence sits at the top of a less illustrious list: it is the number 1 most dangerous city in Rhode Island for 2022. It's not the first time iLiveHere has slated a Hampshire town, as in 2020 Andover was crowned the ' Gulag of Hampshire '. April 22, 2019. Worst street in the ward: In or near Solomons Road. There are 10 areas of the county which are at risk of being voted the worst place to live in the UK. Even though Swanley was the only Kent town to feature on the worst 50 in the county, a number of other areas have been on the receiving end of some angry locals. With the reculver towers just a mile down the road, its a popular spot for tourists who enjoy visiting the area - despite what the resident says. It has good transport links to London and the beautiful Swanley Park is a real draw. These slightly remote villages in the heartland of the Kent countryside may be safe, buy apparently youll have to put up with a hell of a lot of noise. Crack and smack are easier to find than a good restaurant, Any nice places to walk or enjoy as we have in the past, are being [allegedly] taken away by English heritage.. Still not enough to save it from the list. It's sits between Folkestone and Dover and despite it being closer to Folkestone, most of the village's youngsters tend to go to Dover secondary schools. Aylesbury, Huddersfield and Luton were named as the top three worst places to live according to iLiveHere (Picture: Metro Graphics) Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire, has been voted the worst. All opinion articles are for entertainment purposes only and are satire. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Performance & security by Cloudflare. 5. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7c0ab871b9e7ef77 In short, its an absolute sh*thole.. How the resident described it : With pubs and small pointless shops scattered all over the fish smelling, narrow high street; this town is a treat., Why not come to Whitstable to get drunk, smell of fish, and nearly get in 5 fights because you farted? Kent is home to dozens of prospering towns and villages which offer perfect blends of countryside, coastline and charm. Kent is among the top 20 most dangerous counties in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The town is the birthplace of Elizabethan seafarer William Adams, founder of the Japanese navy. The borough, which is becoming more diverse, is only a short commute from London. A glimpse at what is on this month, shows The Magic of The Bee Gees, Arsenal Legends, The Nutcracker, Rocky Horror Show, Bring Your Own Baby Comedy, The Diana Ross Story and the Syd Lawrence Orchestra, are just a small selection of the brilliant line-up. It also has a wide range of independent shops, including bookshops and small cafes. Here are the worst rated areas by electoral ward in Kent according to this scale, rated out of 10: This secluded little village near Dartford clearly didnt cut the mustard according to the algorithms. 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It is not the sixth most dangerous place to live in Delaware, compared to being in only the 12th position last year. What its really like: Maidstone has something for everyone. The worst place I've been to is Burnley, the worst place I've lived is Doncaster. 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How the resident described it: The town may offer free spontaneous sparring sessions between the hours of 9pm and 4am weekends and at most venues weekdays before midnight. What its really like: Whitstable has grown a reputation for being one of the most trendy towns outside London. (Image: Photo Penny Mayes (cc-by-sa/2.0)), Swanley Park is home to a huge boating lake. Kent areas with worst pollution amid controversial ULEZ expansion, Current plans would see the Ultra Low Emissions Zone expanded this summer, Arrest after man has neck cut in 'serious assault', Police are now appealing for witnesses and those with information to come forward. Millsboro Crime is on the increase in Millsboro, which is why it deserves a place on this list. Girlfriend beaten [], Tunbridge Wells is a very odd town. Look how spooky it looks, why would you want to live in such a scary place?? Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. With two big universities situated there, it is often bustling with activities. violent crime in the county has increased by more than 25% in 12 months. Swanley Park, and Swanley Nature Reserve were awarded the top gold award. Property technology startup OneDome has released the figures based on publicly available data. from Gillingham Run down to the point of being derelict, from Maidstone Home of the angry white man, from Maidstone The biggest moving mistake of my life, from Maidstone The town that progress forgot, from Chatham: the dog sh*t splattered patio of the Garden of England, from Tunbridge Wells: seems posh but has a seedy underbelly, from Dartford: once a thriving market town, now in decline, Gillingham Run down to the point of being derelict, Maidstone The biggest moving mistake of my life, Maidstone The town that progress forgot, Chatham: the dog sh*t splattered patio of the Garden of England, Tunbridge Wells: seems posh but has a seedy underbelly, Dartford: once a thriving market town, now in decline. Former Resident 9 months ago Overall Experience Kent is nice town. With London about 50 minutes away on the train, the town is now popular with commuters and with the beaches at Sheerness just a stone's throw away - you really do get the best of both worlds. Maidstone High Street - 234 crime reports. My son was mugged in a park on camera nothing happened. I work in the retail park, and the amount of litter that the sh*ttingbourne sh*te [], Read More from Sittingbourne, oh the joy, Ramsgate a town that has so much to make it a great place to live. The island has plenty of areas with stunning views and a sea-front to die for. Shepway - Folkestone Harvey Central - 193 crime reports. Three factors determine an area's ranking: natural beauty, architectural beauty and quality of life. It is, however, very green and very safe apparently. 6.1K views, 192 likes, 11 loves, 9 comments, 25 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Bassmaster: WATCH: Championship Sunday weigh-in at the 2023 Marathon. Sutton in Ashfield & Mansfield. Canterbury - Westgate - 248 crime reports. Near enough every town in Kent has been on the receiving end of some savage takedowns, Stay up to date with all the Dover news with our weekly email, as well as getting all the latest breaking news delivered directly to your inbox. Dartford has been rated the worst place to live in Kent and the second worst place to live in the South East, ranking only better than Slough. It features top-end shops and restaurants, keeping the high-street very much alive. Funnily enough lifestyle is another area that crops up again at the lowest rating, but as usual its quite well rated for safety and green spaces. With many looking to relocate away from the major cities, Kent's estate agents have noticed an unprecedented surge in demand for homes. Tagged: Broadstairs, Crime in Ramsgate, Estate agents in Ramsgate, Is Ramsgate a nice place to live, Kent, Let's move to Ramsgate, Margate, Moving to Broadstairs, Moving to Margate, Moving to Ramsgate, Moving to Westgate-on-sea, ramsgate, Roughest areas in Ramsgate, Westgate-on-sea, What is it like in Ramsgate, Worst area of Ramsgate, Worst . I think its safe to say at this point that if youre not some sort of prolific party animal, and really youre just looking for particularly green or safe places, this is actually probably the list of best places in Kent you could live. It also has a dirty town centre frequented by drunks at all times of day, lots of mobility scooters driven by lardy lumps sometimes driving one handed, holding a *** or a can [], Read More from Why not to live in Ramsgate, The once thriving market town of Dartford has been a cesspit for almost two decades now. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Living in the shadow of the M25 apparently deals a heavy blow to the desirability of these villages as a place to live. READ MORE: Taiwo Balogun: Bexley mum was last seen in Dartford shop a month ago as family put out desperate plea for information. READ MORE: 29 Kent villages so beautiful you'll want to move there in 2022, Recently, Swanley was named the worst place to live in Kent in scathing a review which likened it to 'The Manchester United of chav town'. The local authority is [certainly not] considered the most corrupt by other local councils. But clearly a lack of immediate shopping facilities, nearby schools, and background noise from the nearby M25 and railway was enough to drag these rural villages down to tenth place on our list. But it would be worth looking around, particularly if you want to get on the housing ladder. Crime Rate In Kent Acres, Jobs, Education, Real Estate In Kent Acres. A little less green, and marginally less safe than our last entry, these quaint little locales actually boast better transport links and marginally better education opportunities. Sign up to get the latest stories from Kent direct into your inbox here, The Kent people recognised in the King's New Year Honours list, Dartford family's 'end to nightmare' being back at home after tenants refuse to leave, Interactive map shows COVID hotspots in Kent as 2023 begins, The Kent areas in danger of being named the worst place to live in the UK 2023. But some don't see it that way - ILiveHere is a website where local residents take brutal digs and swipes at their hometown - all in the name of satire. The worst areas to live in if you seek a quiet retirement haven are Gillingham and Maidstone. What its really like: Dispute it critics, Sheerness actually has a lot going for it! The pier is one of the most famous in Kent and supported by an attractive promenade, the seafront in Herne Bay is a place you can take all the family. It is 41 minutes on the train into London Bridge.
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