Sevenoaks

Around 43.5 per cent of homes are rated EPC band C or better, with band D most common. The affordability ratio stands at 13.4, based on median earnings of £35,748. Crime totalled 678 incidents in the latest month, or 5.6 per 1,000 residents, led by violent crime and anti-social behaviour. The area is relatively affluent: about 65 per cent of neighbourhoods in England are more deprived. Health outcomes are strong, with 84.9 per cent reporting good or very good health. The population of 120,514 is fairly affluent and educated, with 37.3 per cent holding level 4 qualifications or above. Housing is predominantly owner-occupied at 71.5 per cent, with detached homes at 33.1 per cent of the stock. The area sits within green belt at 92.9 per cent. Air quality is good for nitrogen dioxide but moderate for particulate matter. Connectivity is strong: 91.5 per cent have superfast broadband access, and 15 rail stations serve the district.