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Canterbury Central & Westgate

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About

Canterbury Central & Westgate encompasses the historic core within the city's medieval walls. The area is defined by the River Stour and its network of waterways, which flow past timber-framed buildings and under stone bridges. The main high street runs through this district, containing a mix of shops and eateries.

The imposing Westgate Towers, the city's last surviving medieval gatehouse, marks the western boundary. Narrow lanes and pedestrianised streets branch off from the main thoroughfares, leading to quieter courtyards and the cathedral precincts. This area functions as the primary retail and commercial hub for the city.

Area overview

On average Canterbury Central & Westgate has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 180 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Canterbury Central & Westgate is £55,289 per year. There are 5 schools in Canterbury Central & Westgate: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Canterbury Central & Westgate is home to around 11,142 people, with a population density of about 5,290.8 per km2.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
180
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
11.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Canterbury Central & Westgate Population
11,142
Population density
5,290.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
81.4(+158%)
Shoplifting
58.79(+633%)
Anti-social behaviour
49.63(+329%)
Criminal damage and arson
18.76(+191%)
Other theft
15.98(+186%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,455
66.91%
Other White
1,527
13.7%
Other Asian
286
2.57%
African
286
2.57%
Other
247
2.22%
Total population: 11,142

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
4,299
44.37%
Level 3 (A level)
2,227
22.98%
No qualifications
1,101
11.36%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
947
9.77%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
579
5.98%
Total 16+ residents: 9,689

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,064
41.44%
Owns outright
1,178
23.65%
Owns with a mortgage
796
15.98%
Social rents from council
447
8.97%
Other social rented
283
5.68%
Total households: 4,981

Property prices in Canterbury Central & Westgate

Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £297,500 in Canterbury Central & Westgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £69,500 up to £1,485,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Canterbury Central & Westgate 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 Canterbury Central & Westgate over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£757,500
Flats46£166,250
Semi-Detached27£342,000
Terraced67£345,000

10 years median price trend in Canterbury Central & Westgate

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Canterbury Central & Westgate.

All postcodes in Canterbury Central & Westgate

CT12PF

Stour Street

CT12TN

Riding Gate Place

CT12UA

Watling Street

CT27EL

Mandeville Road

CT27PG

North Lane

CT28LJ

Somner Close

CT28NL

Thanington Road

CT12BZ

Pound Lane

CT12QZ

Lilium Gate

CT12SH

The Parade

CT28EB

Whitstable Road

CT12BH

Burgate

CT12HT

South Close

CT12NQ

Stour Street

CT12QY

Castle Row

CT12XJ

Burgate Lane

CT12HR

Iron Bar Lane

CT12HS

Adelaide Place

CT12PG

Stour Street

CT12PJ

Stour Street

CT28BS

St Dunstans Street

CT28PF

Squire Avenue

CT28SG

London Road

CT12EE

Borough

CT12FJ

Tannery Way South

CT12XS

King Street

CT12EA

Palace Street

CT12LZ

Clearwater Mews

CT28HD

Kirby's Lane

CT12AY

High Street

CT12DR

The Borough

CT12WW

Westgate

CT28AR

Orchard Street

CT28JE

Cedarview

CT28LW

London Road

CT12FH

Tannery Way North

CT12FQ

Creine Mill Lane South

CT27RT

Coppergate

CT12QN

Marlowe Avenue

CT12SW

Bingley Court

CT27EP

Roper Close

CT12NT

Mulberry Court

CT28AX

St Dunstans Terrace

CT28DG

Whitstable Road

CT12AN

Westgate

CT12JA

Orange Street

CT12PS

Marlowe Avenue

CT27EN

Beverley Road

CT27RU

Shepherdsgate

CT28DJ

Whitstable Road

CT28DQ

Whitstable Road

CT28JU

Bishops Way

CT12BD

High Street

CT12JQ

Guildhall Street

CT12TF

Rose Lane

CT28NU

Mill Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.