Shared Ownership Maidstone

Where is Maidstone?

Maidstone is the vibrant county town of Kent, ideally located in the heart of the South East. Nestled along the River Medway and just 32 miles from central London, it strikes the perfect balance between countryside charm and urban convenience.

With direct train services to London Victoria and London Charing Cross in under an hour, Maidstone is a popular choice for commuters seeking both connectivity and a more relaxed pace of life. The town also benefits from excellent road links via the M20, providing easy access to the M25 and wider Kent.

Whether you're commuting, working locally, or planning weekend escapes, Maidstone’s location offers true flexibility. If you're looking for shared ownership homes in a well-connected town with a strong sense of community, Maidstone is a natural choice.

What is Maidstone famous for?

• Maidstone Studios - The UK’s largest independent TV studios, Maidstone Studios has produced popular programmes for major broadcasters and contributes to the town’s growing creative reputation.

This isn’t all that Maidstone has to offer; there’s also:

• Mote Park - Often ranked among the best parks in the UK, Mote Park spans over 450 acres and hosts regular festivals, open-air concerts, and family events.

• Leeds Castle - Located just outside Maidstone, this iconic castle is a heritage destination, offering breathtaking gardens, historic architecture, and year-round attractions, including falconry shows.

• Vineyards - Balfour Winery, situated on the Hush Heath Estate in Staplehurst, produces award-winning sparkling wines on its 400-acre grounds, offering wine tasting, guided tours, a cellar-door shop, and seasonal food offerings.

•  Wildshark Vineyard, in Harrietsham, is a more recent arrival, emphasising sustainability, offering wine-tastings, vineyard tours, BBQs or picnics in idyllic meadow settings, and artisan gin offerings.

• Picturesque Villages - Aylesford is a riverside village in Maidstone, Kent, known for its historic stone bridge, medieval architecture, and charming streets lined with independent shops and cafés and Lenham, often described as the “jewel of the North Downs,”  with easy access to scenic walking trails across the Kent countryside.
  So whether you’re drawn by nature, or history, Maidstone offers something for everyone.

The future of shared ownership in Maidstone

With ongoing regeneration and increasing demand for high-quality homes, Maidstone is a town on the rise. Shared ownership offers an accessible way to become part of its exciting future.

At Moat, we’re proud to provide energy-efficient, modern homes built to a high standard, ideal whether you're buying your first property or looking for a place that suits your next chapter. With shared ownership, you purchase a share of a home and pay rent on the rest, with the option to increase your share over time through a process called staircasing. It’s a flexible, affordable route into homeownership, especially in a thriving, well-connected location like Maidstone.

Find out the key things you need to know about shared ownership, whether you’re eligible, and more within our information hub.