Bethersden
The Parish Church of St.
Margaret's with its 15th century tower dominates the western side
of the village. The church contains some interesting memorials
including Bethersden's most famous family, the Lovelaces. There is
a tablet to Jonathan Whiston, vicar 1669-97, who rebuilt the Old
Vicarage (now Whiston House) at his own expense after its
predecessor was destroyed by fire. Bethersden was once in great
demand for its marble - Canterbury and Rochester cathedrals contain
many fine examples. The main industries of the village now include
farming, ironcraft and rocking horse manufacture.
Facilities
- Golf Centre
- Public Houses & Restaurant
- Baptist Church
- Garden Centre
- Village Hall
- Recreation Ground with Children's Play area
- Butchers
- Hairdressers
- Primary School
- Anglican (Parish) Church
- General Stores & Post
Office
Organisations
- Tennis Club
- Youth Club
- Cubs, Scouts, Brownies, Guides
- Ladies Social Club
-
WI
- Church Groups (eg Parent & Toddler)
Population (2001 Census)
|
Age |
Number
of People in Bethersden |
% of
People in Bethersden |
Number
of People in Ashford Borough |
% of
People in Ashford Borough |
| 0-4 |
68 |
5% |
6,421 |
6% |
| 5-11 |
131 |
9% |
9,972 |
10% |
| 12-18 |
132 |
9% |
9,021 |
9% |
| 19-59 |
758 |
52% |
55,439 |
54% |
| 60+ |
358 |
25% |
21,700 |
21% |
| Total |
1,447 |
|
102,553 |
|
Households (2001 Census)
|
Households |
Number
of Households in Bethersden |
% of
Households in Aldington |
Number
of Households in Ashford Borough |
% of
Households in Ashford Borough |
| Total Households |
577 |
|
41,450 |
|
| One Person Households |
132 |
23% |
10,323 |
25% |
| Lone Parent Households |
39 |
7% |
3,207 |
8% |
| Other Households |
406 |
70% |
27,920 |
67% |
| Average Household Size |
2.48 |
|
2.44 |
|
Housing (2001 Census)
|
Housing |
Number
of People in Bethersden |
% of
People in Bethersden |
Number
of People in Ashford Borough |
% of
People in Ashford Borough |
| Total Dwellings |
602 |
|
42,969 |
|
| No. Vacant |
16 |
3% |
1,284 |
3% |
| Owner Occupied |
441 |
73% |
31,135 |
72% |
| Rented |
145 |
24% |
10,550 |
25% |
Types of Dwelling (2001 Census)
| Types of
Dwelling |
Number
of People in Bethersden |
% of
People in Bethersden |
Number
of People in Ashford Borough |
% of
People in Ashford Borough |
| Detached |
337 |
56% |
14,468 |
34% |
| Semi-Detached |
185 |
31% |
13,426 |
31% |
| Terraced |
51 |
8% |
10,287 |
24% |
| Flats, Maisonettes |
19 |
3% |
4,331 |
10% |
| Caravans, Temporary |
10 |
2% |
457 |
1% |
Parish Council Details
Parish Clerk: Mr A Bryan
Oakmead Barn
Susans Hill
Woodchurch Ashford
Kent TN26 3RE
Telephone: 01233 860811
Councillor Details
Venues
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Hire
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This webpage was updated on 6/19/2008