Key Street Kent Map

About Key Street

The rural character of Key Street is evident in its surrounding agricultural landscape. It lies 2.4 km west of Sittingbourne (from Sittingbourne: bearing 281°T, OS grid TQ 882 640), and is situated south of Bobbing village. Historically, Key Street likely developed as a small hamlet serving the needs of local farms and passing travellers, with its proximity to Sittingbourne suggesting a connection to market town activities. The area is characterised by open fields and hedgerows, typical of the Kentish countryside, with a scattering of residential properties and farmsteads. While Key Street itself may not boast grand historical monuments, its setting reflects a long-standing tradition of rural life in England. The nearby River Swale offers opportunities for waterside walks, further enhancing the natural appeal of the region.

About This Key Street Map Page

Explore Key Street, Kent, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.344132, 0.701424. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.