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Living in Gillingham: Property Area Guide

Kent, South East · Population 105,000

House Prices in Gillingham

£275,000

Average

£430,000

Detached

£300,000

Semi-Detached

£250,000

Terraced

£170,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Gillingham

Gillingham offers the most affordable property in the Medway Towns. The Rainham area to the east is particularly popular with families. The town benefits from the wider Medway regeneration.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Gillingham is a residential Medway Town with strong community feel. The Strand leisure park offers a swimming pool and ice rink. Riverside Country Park provides walks along the Medway Estuary. Gillingham FC is the local football club.

Transport & Commuting

High-speed services reach London St Pancras in 48 minutes. The M2 provides road access. Gillingham station has good Southeastern services.

Train to London

48m to London St Pancras

Nearest Motorway

M2, A2

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Rainham Mark Grammar School
  • Howard School
  • Greenacre Academy

Healthcare

Medway Maritime Hospital (nearby)

Best Areas to Live in Gillingham

Rainham

Hempstead

Parkwood

Property Buying Tips for Gillingham

Rainham is the premium area with better schools access. Hempstead offers modern family estates. Twydall is affordable. Parkwood provides spacious family homes.

Local Authority

Council

Medway Council

Council Tax

£1,660 (Band D)

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