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Canterbury Barracks

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About

Canterbury Barracks is a historic military site located in the city of Canterbury, Kent. The area has strong ties to the British Army, with the barracks originally built in the 19th century to house infantry regiments. Today, the site retains its military character, with some buildings still used by the Ministry of Defence. The barracks are situated close to the city centre, making it a convenient location with easy access to Canterbury’s main attractions.

The surrounding area features a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with local amenities such as shops and cafes nearby. The barracks are also near the University of Kent, adding a student presence to the neighbourhood. While the site has a quiet, orderly atmosphere, its proximity to the bustling city centre ensures a balance between tranquillity and convenience. The area’s historical significance and practical location make it a notable part of Canterbury.

Area overview

On average Canterbury Barracks has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 209 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 43.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Canterbury Barracks is £38,800 per year. There are 3 schools in Canterbury Barracks: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
209
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
43.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Canterbury Barracks Population
9,728
Population density
2,841.3 per km²

Demographics

British
6,132
63.03%
Other White
917
9.43%
African
545
5.6%
Other Asian
333
3.42%
Other
264
2.71%
Total population: 9,729

Housing

Social rents from council
1,091
30.67%
Private landlord or letting agency
968
27.21%
Owns with a mortgage
499
14.03%
Owns outright
443
12.45%
Other social rented
384
10.8%
Total households: 3,557

Property prices in Canterbury Barracks

Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 in Canterbury Barracks area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,250 up to £1,250,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£431,250
Flats20£196,000
Semi-Detached22£317,500
Terraced24£262,500

10 years price trend in Canterbury Barracks

All postcodes in Canterbury Barracks

CT19LU

Military Road

CT19QA

Military Road

CT19QL

Military Road

CT11BG

Northgate

CT11ED

East Street

CT11FD

Canterbury Barracks

CT11HJ

Sturry Road

CT11JT

Chaucer Road

CT11JW

Clement Close

CT11PA

Military Road

CT11PT

Windmill Close

CT11PU

St Martin's Hill

CT11QF

St Martin's Place

CT11QG

St Martins Close

CT11ZJ

Chaucer Road

CT19RH

Military Road

CT19SL

Canterbury Barracks

CT19TA

Canterbury Barracks

CT19JL

Military Road

CT11DY

Forrester Close

CT11FL

Russet Road

CT11RE

Windmill Road

CT27UJ

Ambleside Place

CT19SG

Canterbury Barracks

CT11TF

Blenheim Avenue

CT11RF

Avon Close

CT11EP

Tennyson Avenue

CT11HP

Brymore Road

CT11JA

Canterbury Barracks

CT11LR

New Ruttington Lane

CT11XJ

Starle Close

CT11ZH

Sargeants Parade

CT12AE

Duck Lane

CT11BN

Northgate

CT11GR

Sargeants Parade

CT11RA

Littlebourne Road

CT11YN

Sargeants Parade

CT19AB

Military Road

CT47YE

Military Road

CT19AN

Military Road

CT11BA

High Street St Gregorys

CT11BF

High Street St Gregorys

CT11BW

Northgate

CT11EN

Tennyson Avenue

CT11GY

Realmwood Close

CT11HX

Canterbury Barracks

CT11HY

Canterbury Barracks

CT11JJ

Military Road

CT11RX

Cornwall Gardens

CT11TW

Bekesbourne Lane

CT11ZL

March Grove

CT19UR

Canterbury Barracks

CT27PH

Canterbury Barracks

CT19SE

Canterbury Barracks

CT19SN

Canterbury Barracks

CT19ST

Canterbury Barracks

CT19TG

Canterbury Barracks

CT19UZ

Canterbury Barracks

CT11AZ

Canterbury Barracks

CT11GH

Littlebourne Road

CT11GL

Littlebourne Road

CT11HW

Clement Close

CT11JQ

Military Road

CT11LF

Artillery Gardens

CT11RD

Littlebourne Road

CT11RJ

Warwick Road

CT11YS

Regency Place

CT19UH

Canterbury Barracks

CT11QE

St Martin's Place

CT11BD

St John's Place

CT11DA

Brymore Road

CT11DZ

Forrester Close

CT11LP

Union Place

CT11LY

Canterbury Barracks

CT11NB

Alma Street

CT11TE

Albuhera Square

CT11YP

Craddock Road

CT19RR

Military Road

CT19TQ

Military Road

CT19UG

Canterbury Barracks

CT19SU

Canterbury Barracks

CT19UY

Canterbury Barracks

CT11RN

Devon Road

CT11BY

Parham Close

CT11GT

Barton Mill Road

CT11LE

Victoria Row

CT11LW

Artillery Street

CT11NZ

Chaucer Road

CT11SA

Suffolk Road

CT11WD

Littlebourne Road

CT11ZA

Chaucer Road

CT12LU

Broad Street

CT19DJ

Military Road

CT19SX

Canterbury Barracks

CT11FR

Discovery Walk

CT11XG

Sturry Road

CT11XX

Sturry Road

CT11BB

Borough

CT11EZ

Northgate

CT11JG

Military Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.