How Many Councillors Are In Maidstone?

The Borough Council consists of 55 councillors, representing voters from 26 wards.

Who are the Councillors for Maidstone?

  • Councillor Alan Bartlett. Shepway North Ward.
  • Councillor Mrs Annabelle Blackmore. Marden and Yalding Ward.
  • Councillor Louise Brice. Staplehurst Ward.
  • Councillor Anne Brindle. Boxley Ward.
  • Councillor Heidi Bryant. Boxley Ward.
  • Councillor David Burton. Marden and Yalding Ward.
  • Councillor Tom Cannon. Bridge Ward.
  • Councillor Brian Clark.

Which local authority is Maidstone in?

Home | Maidstone Borough Council.

How do I contact Maidstone council?

To book an inspection call 01622 602701.

Who is mayor of Maidstone?

The Mayor of Maidstone is Councillor Derek Mortimer. Derek was born in 1954 and brought up in a 22-acre council park in Bromley where he had the run of the park as his father was the park keeper. He moved to Maidstone in 1978 with his wife Sally, and has two sons and a daughter and six grandchildren.

How many wards are in Maidstone?

Maidstone Borough represents the second tier of local government, being one of the local government districts of Kent. The Borough Council consists of 55 councillors, representing voters from 26 wards.

Where is the best place to live in Maidstone?

Suburbs: If you want convenient access to the town centre but want to live in a smaller community, look to Maidstone’s suburbs. Allington is just a 10-minute drive north west of the centre. Here you will find plenty of twentieth century housing – look for terraced houses on Halstead Walk or 1930s semis on Palmar Road.

What is Maidstone Kent famous for?

The town of Maidstone is still a major agricultural market centre, situated in the heart of orchard country and the largest hops-growing area in England; among its industries, brewing and malting and the manufacture of agricultural implements are prominent, but the chief modern manufacture is paper.

How many prisoners are in HMP Maidstone?

600
HM Prison Maidstone

Wikimedia | © OpenStreetMap
Location Maidstone, Kent
Security class Adult Male/Category C/Sex offender unit
Population 600 (as of May 2009)
Opened I 1819

What is the oldest building in Maidstone?

The Royal Albion pub for Shepherd Neame brewery is oldest building in Maidstone, Kent, England, UK, Britain.

Is Maidstone nice place to live?

When living in Maidstone, residents can expect a choice of excellent properties, some top schools and an ideal location to travel to London. Maidstone’s position in the stunning county of Kent as well as its excellent transport links have really seen the town’s status increase.

What is the Hilton in Maidstone called now?

the Orida Hotel Maidstone
The Orida Group has acquired the Hilton Maidstone as part of its expansion and has rebranded the property to the Orida Hotel Maidstone.

What are Zed pods in Maidstone?

Maidstone Property Holdings Ltd. Real Estate. ZED PODS is the British leading accredited specialist in modular built homes over car parks & land that cannot otherwise be developed.

Is Maidstone affluent?

Maidstone has a large and affluent catchment population of approximately 332,000 with 60% falling into the AB and C1 demographic brackets, against a national average of 53%.

Who owns Turkey Mill Maidstone?

Owned and managed by husband and wife team Kevin and Nina, the duo have been event caterers for almost 20 years and we are very pleased they have chosen to settle at Turkey Mill in their first retail venture.

What is the crime rate in Maidstone?

96 crimes per 1,000 people
Crime and Safety in Maidstone. Maidstone is the second safest major town in Kent, and is the 39th most dangerous overall out of Kent’s 331 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Maidstone in 2021 was 96 crimes per 1,000 people.

Is Maidstone a big town?

Maidstone is the largest town in Kent, England, of which it is the county town. Maidstone is historically important and lies 32 miles (51 km) east-south-east of London. The River Medway runs through the centre of the town, linking it with Rochester and the Thames Estuary.

How many elephants are in Maidstone?

There are over 51 elephants all beautifully designed and created by nationally and internationally renowned artists on behalf of the Heart of Kent Hospice.

What is the population of Maidstone?

The total population of Maidstone is 155,2001 people.

What is the poshest part of Kent?

  • Dartford. Farningham Hill Road, Farningham, Dartford DA4.
  • Sevenoaks. Phillippines Shaw, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14.
  • Ashford. The Grove, Pluckley, Ashford TN27.
  • Thanet. Thanet Place Gardens, Broadstairs CT10.
  • Tunbridge Wells. Calverley Park, Tunbridge Wells TN1.
  • Medway. Boley Hill, Rochester ME1.
  • Gravesham.
  • Canterbury.

What are the nice areas of Maidstone?

The picturesque village centre is notable for its 14th century bridge, medieval church, Tudor Alms houses and of course Aylesford Priory.

  • Bearsted.
  • Boxley.
  • East Farleigh.
  • Headcorn.
  • Leeds.
  • Loose.
  • Otham.
  • Sutton Valence.