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About

Buckland is a residential ward located in the northern part of Dover, Kent. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of terraced homes, flats, and some larger detached properties. It is situated close to the town center, providing easy access to shops, schools, and public transport. The ward also includes parts of the Dover waterfront, with views of the busy port and the English Channel.

Buckland has a strong sense of community, with local amenities such as parks, schools, and small businesses serving residents. The area is well-connected by road and rail, with the A2 and Dover Priory station nearby. While it is largely residential, Buckland also has some industrial and commercial spaces due to its proximity to the port. The ward has a mix of green spaces and urban development, offering a balance for its residents.

Area overview

On average Buckland has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 105 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 30.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Buckland is £37,430 per year. There are 4 schools in Buckland: 3 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
105
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
30.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Buckland Population
7,543
Population density
3,756 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,784
89.89%
Other White
323
4.28%
Other Asian
75
0.99%
Other
72
0.95%
Indian
41
0.54%
Total population: 7,547

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
910
28.51%
Owns outright
821
25.72%
Private landlord or letting agency
562
17.61%
Social rents from council
511
16.01%
Other social rented
322
10.09%
Total households: 3,192

Property prices in Buckland

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Buckland area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £392,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Buckland 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 Buckland over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£392,500
Flats4£130,000
Semi-Detached18£255,000
Terraced48£201,850

10 years median price trend in Buckland

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

Data Sources

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