Local Governance
Slade Green is within the historic boundaries of Kent. In 1894 Slade Green was part of Dartford Rural District, as created by the Local Government Act 1894. In 1920 the area became part of the Crayford Urban District of Kent. In 1965, under the London Government Act 1963, the Crayford Urban District was abolished and its area transferred to Greater London to form part of the present-day London Borough of Bexley.
Slade Green is part of North End in Bexley Borough, which also includes the eastern part of Erith.
Community interests are represented by Slade Green Community Forum, which is a registered charity.
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