Kent area guides
For an easy way to find information about some key local areas in Kent start by searching our Kent area guide. Alphabetically ordered by area name you'll find all you want to know about Kent - from local area highlights, the latest property to buy or rent, leading local Estate Agencies and lists of local area resources.
Located in south east England, Kent is a county bordered by East Sussex, Surrey and Greater London. Approximately 50 miles from Central London, Kent is well known for its orchards and the picturesque White Cliffs of Dover. Kent has a variety of property for rent and sale, with prices varying by district. Kent property prices are generally expensive due to the countyâ~@~Ys close proximity to Central London .
Kentâ~@~Ys economy thrives on the industries of retail and manufacturing. The east of the county also has a strong tourism and agricultural background. Only 2.9 per cent [1] of Kentâ~@~Ys population is unemployed.
Kent Property Market
Ashford , Bromley, Canterbury, Gillingham, Dover, Maidstone and Rochester are the major districts of Kent. Of an overall population of about 1.6 million, 140,000 people live in Maidstone [2] , Kentâ~@~Ys county town. Many of its residents travel to London daily for work. The west of the county is popular for people who commute to Central London. Housing is varied, with a range of flats and houses for rent and sal.e