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£40,000

Maidstone Road

Land size
1 acres

Description

Greenbelt agricultural land. Available for a variety of uses subject to the necessary consent.

1 acre £40,000
2 acre £80,000
3 acre £120,000

Bluebell Hill, located near Chatham in Kent, England, is known for its rich history, natural beauty, and several points of interest. Here's an overview based on available information:

History and Significance:
Archaeological Importance: Bluebell Hill is home to several prehistoric sites, including part of the Medway megaliths. Notable among these are Kit's Coty House and the Countless Stones, which are Neolithic chamber tombs. These structures date back to the 4th and 3rd millennia BCE, highlighting the area's ancient human habitation.

Roman Influence: The A229 dual carriageway that runs through the area follows the route of a former Roman road, connecting Maidstone and Chatham. Additionally, archaeological work related to the construction of High Speed 1 revealed a Neolithic long house on its slopes.

Natural Features:
Nature Reserve: Bluebell Hill is also a 5-hectare nature reserve managed by the Kent Wildlife Trust. It's part of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and includes habitats like chalk downland, woodland, scrub, and chalk grassland, supporting a variety of rare plant species and wildlife.

Viewpoints and Picnicking: The area offers stunning panoramic views over the Medway Valley and is an ideal spot for picnics, with designated picnic sites and benches available. The site is popular among walkers and those looking to enjoy nature, with paths leading through diverse landscapes.

Haunted Reputation:
Ghost Stories: Bluebell Hill has a notorious reputation for being haunted. One of the most famous stories involves the ghost of a bride, Suzanne Browne, who was killed in a car accident on the eve of her wedding in 1965. Numerous sightings of her ghost have been reported over the years, particularly in the 1960s and 70s, with some more recent claims as well.

Recent Developments and Issues:
Public Transport and Infrastructure: There are ongoing consultations for improvements to the A229 Blue Bell Hill, focusing on better facilities for public transport, pedestrians, and cyclists. This is part of efforts to manage traffic and enhance safety and accessibility in the area.
Environmental Concerns: There's been pushback against plans for a new link road that could threaten the biodiversity of the area, including habitats for species like the Man Orchid and Small Blue butterfly.
Community and Anti-Social Behavior: The commuter car park in Blue Bell Hill village was closed due to anti-social behavior and reduced usage post-COVID-19, reflecting changes in local community needs and issues.

Accommodation and Local Businesses:
Accommodation: For those interested in staying near Bluebell Hill, there's a notable bed and breakfast, Blue Bell Hill Bed and Breakfast, known for its excellent hospitality and convenience for exploring local attractions.

Accessibility:
Travel: Bluebell Hill is accessible by bus from Chatham, with direct services available. Alternatively, taxis can be used for a quicker journey.

Bluebell Hill combines historical intrigue, natural beauty, and a touch of the supernatural, making it a multifaceted destination in Kent.

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Date Posted
2026-01-29

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 100 Bare & Undeveloped Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).

This Property£40,000 / acre
Bare & Undeveloped Land Average (1+ acres) £38,073 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

5.5 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 33% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Burham Church of England Primary School969 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    179
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • St Mark's Church of England Primary School, Eccles1.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    109
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Horsted Infant School1.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 7
    Pupils
    187
    Type
    Community school
  • Tunbury Primary School1.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    501
    Type
    Community school
  • Horsted Junior School1.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    250
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Walderslade School1.8 milesOfsted: Inadequate
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    697
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Girls
  • Greenacre School1.8 milesOfsted: Inadequate
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    747
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Boys
  • The Thomas Aveling School2 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,201
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Holmesdale School2.4 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    606
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School2.4 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,555
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Boys

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Asda Chatham Superstore, Chatham1 mile
Aldi Horstead RP Maidstone Road, Chatham1.4 miles
Co-op Wouldham - Hall Road, St Peters Village1.5 miles

GP surgery

Phoenix Medical Practice0.6 miles

Pharmacy

Asda Pharmacy1.1 miles

Hospital

Spire Alexandra Hospital1.6 miles

Green space

Playing Field680 metres

Walking trail

North Downs Way24 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Snodland Rail Station1.9 miles

Nearest bus stop

Bell Lane835 metres

Typical drive times

Chatham14 min · 5.5 miles
Snodland14 min · 4.1 miles
Maidstone11 min · 5.8 miles
Rochester12 min · 5.1 miles
Canterbury (city)37 min · 29 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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