Kings Hill Area Guide

Looking for a home in a modern village with great community spirit? Then a property in Kings Hill is the one for you. Nestled in the Kent countryside, it's built on land once owned by the RAF, now paved with spotless streets and a beautifully maintained estate.

Welcome to Kings Hill

A Kent garden village that started life in the late 1980s, Kings Hill is situated west of Maidstone and the North Downs. With stylish architecture and excellent transport links, it’s a secure and safe place with a low crime rate and plenty of amenities close at hand, including a golf course, leisure centre and excellent local schools.

Why Kings Hill is loved by families

Property in Kings Hill isn’t just known for its contemporary design – it’s also great for families looking for good schools. For kids of primary age, there’s The Discovery School, Kings Hill Primary and Valley Invicta Primary School, while St Augustine Academy, Holmesdale School, The Malling School and Oakwood Park Grammar are all well-regarded options for pupils aged 11 and over.

Getting around in Kings Hill

Kings Hill lies just off the M20, connecting it to Maidstone to the east and London to the west. The village is also renowned for its easy transport links to London, with trains leaving its station for Victoria every 30 minutes. With journey times of 58 minutes, it’s ideal for commuting and day trips. Ashford International is just 40 minutes away by train, with services departing every half an hour.

A short history of Kings Hill

Building on the estate at Kings Hill began in 1989, and the village has continued to grow ever since. The land on which it sits has a long history, first as a hunting ground and later as an airbase for RAF West Malling, which was used as a landing area during the First World War and suffered significant damage. As of the 2011 census, Kings Hill had a population of just under 8,000.

Sport and Outdoor in Kings Hill

Kings Hill is home to several sporting clubs and societies, including a football club, tennis club, bowls club and a bridge club. There’s also a PGA golf course and a David Lloyd leisure centre with heated swimming pools, tennis courts, a fitness suite and a spa for when it’s time to relax and unwind.

Entertainment in Kings Hill

With easy access to city and countryside, property in Kings Hill also benefits from easy access to shops and amenities. There are two supermarkets – Asda and Waitrose – as well as an array of independent retailers. When it comes to dining out, The Spitfire pub is popular with residents, as well as The Swan in nearby West Malling. Other top-rated venues include The Farmhouse pub, Kings Gurkha Nepalese restaurant, Five Pointed Star, and Humphrey's Fish & Chip shop.