Quick facts
- New community near Ashford, Kent
- Planned for up to 5,750 homes
- Primary and secondary schools open
- More facilities planned
- Road and infrastructure updates ongoing
Latest local update
Chilmington Green school bus: 501C timetable confirmed (August 2026)
The Stagecoach 501C runs from 30 August - full stops and times, a double decker seating around 80, and how to get a KCC Travel Saver or Stagecoach ticket.
Council: Section 106 breaches should not block home sales (August 2026)
New council guidance for buyers and sellers at Chilmington Green during the Hodson administration - and the two exceptions to watch for.
Yard and field fire near Chilmington Green (August 2026)
Six fire engines attended a yard blaze in Great Chart on 11 August, with nearby residents advised to keep windows and doors shut overnight.
Popular guides
What is Chilmington Green?
A simple guide to the new community near Ashford in Kent.
Latest updates
Dated news on roads, schools, homes and planning.
Hodson Developments administration
What administration could mean for Chilmington Green.
Section 106 explained
Why planning obligations matter for the new community.
A28 Chart Road scheme
The postponed road scheme and what it means locally.
Homes
What has been built and what is still planned.
Schools
Primary, secondary and future education plans.
Community life
The CMO, Community Cabin and getting involved.
Open now
- New homes (occupied in completed phases)
- Chilmington Green Primary School
- Chilmington Green Secondary School
- Chilmington Management Organisation activity
- CMO Community Cabin
Still planned
- Many more homes across future phases
- District centre with shops
- Healthcare facilities
- Sports and leisure facilities
- Further primary schools
- Larger park and open space areas
Frequently asked questions
Is Chilmington Green a town?
Chilmington Green is a major new community being built next to Ashford in Kent. It is not a separate town, but a new neighbourhood planned for thousands of homes, schools, shops and green space.
Is Chilmington Green finished?
No. Chilmington Green is still being built in phases. Some homes and schools are open, but many shops, healthcare and community facilities are still planned.
How can I keep up with Chilmington Green news?
This site is updated regularly with plain-English news on roads, schools, planning, homes, facilities and community life. Check the Latest Update page for the most recent posts.
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