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Birchington

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About

Birchington is a coastal village in Thanet, Kent, located between Margate and Herne Bay. The area features a mix of residential streets, local shops, and green spaces, with easy access to the nearby beaches. The village has a relaxed atmosphere, with a range of amenities including pubs, cafes, and independent businesses. Birchington is known for its proximity to the sea, with sandy shores like Minnis Bay popular for walks and water sports.

The area has good transport links, including a railway station connecting to London and other parts of Kent. Nearby landmarks include the historic Quex Park, home to a museum and gardens. Housing in Birchington ranges from Victorian properties to modern developments, catering to families and retirees. The village offers a quieter alternative to busier towns in Thanet while still providing essential services and coastal access.

Area overview

On average Birchington has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birchington is £37,400 per year. There are 1 schools in Birchington: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
3.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Birchington Population
8,864
Population density
1,538.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,258
93.14%
Other White
185
2.09%
Irish
78
0.88%
Other
45
0.51%
Other Asian
44
0.5%
Total population: 8,866

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,551
59.51%
Owns with a mortgage
972
22.67%
Private landlord or letting agency
534
12.46%
Other social rented
91
2.12%
Other forms of private rent
82
1.91%
Total households: 4,287

Property prices in Birchington

Based on 141 recent sales, the median property price is £340,000 in Birchington area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,000 up to £1,212,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Birchington in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Birchington over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached67£430,000
Flats21£203,000
Semi-Detached36£324,500
Terraced17£293,500

10 years median price trend in Birchington

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Birchington.

All postcodes in Birchington

CT79SL

Gordon Square

CT79QS

The Parade

CT70BY

Barrows Close

CT79BG

St David's Close

CT79JE

Beach Avenue

CT79LA

Grenville Gardens

CT79NN

Alfred Road

CT79QA

Ethelbert Road

CT79SJ

Minnis Road

CT79SP

Surrey Gardens

CT79TR

Mill Row

CT70DB

Barrows Close

CT79AW

Canterbury Road

CT79BP

Canterbury Road

CT79DT

Birchington

CT79ED

Alpha Road

CT79EP

Rossetti Road

CT79QF

Minnis Road

CT79RA

Alpha Road

CT79TE

Hereford Gardens

CT79RZ

Kent Gardens

CT70DQ

Ransome Way

CT79FA

Station Road

CT79NH

Arthur Road

CT79RF

Station Approach

CT79RN

Paddock Road

CT79TJ

Essex Gardens

CT79QR

Minnis Road

CT79BD

St James's Terrace

CT79DR

Woodford Court

CT79JL

Darwin Road

CT79LS

Cliff Road

CT79NX

Minnis Road

CT79PD

Princes Close

CT79PG

Birchington

CT79QJ

Arthur Road

CT79AJ

Yew Tree Gardens

CT79AT

Epple Road

CT79HY

Minnis Road

CT79JT

Beach Avenue

CT79LD

St Mildred's Avenue

CT79PF

Egbert Road

CT79QN

Queen's Avenue

CT79RJ

Paddock Road

CT79TY

Canterbury Road

CT79UD

Canterbury Road

CT70DY

Quex View Road

CT79LJ

Conway Close

CT79SY

Gordon Square

CT79TG

Dorset Gardens

CT79JP

Semaphore Road

CT70DH

Rose Gardens

CT79BW

Minnis Road

CT79DH

Albion Road

CT79DS

Albion Road

CT79ES

Constable Road

CT79EU

Gainsborough Road

CT79HB

Beach Avenue

CT79QY

Alfred Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.