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About

Dover West is a residential neighborhood located in the southern part of Dover, Delaware. The area features a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartment complexes, catering to a range of housing needs. It is situated near major roads like Route 13 and Route 1, providing easy access to downtown Dover and nearby cities. The neighborhood is known for its quiet streets and proximity to schools, parks, and shopping centers.

The area includes several green spaces, such as Schutte Park, which offers recreational facilities like sports fields and walking trails. Dover West is also close to Dover Air Force Base, making it a popular choice for military families. Local amenities include grocery stores, restaurants, and medical facilities, ensuring convenience for residents. The neighborhood’s central location and practical infrastructure make it a functional and accessible part of the city.

Area overview

On average Dover West has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 205 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dover West is £39,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Dover West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
205
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
16.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dover West Population
9,157
Population density
1,948.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,522
82.15%
Other White
679
7.42%
Other
197
2.15%
Other Asian
144
1.57%
Roma
122
1.33%
Total population: 9,156

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,413
35.75%
Owns with a mortgage
892
22.57%
Owns outright
860
21.76%
Social rents from council
391
9.89%
Other social rented
281
7.11%
Total households: 3,952

Property prices in Dover West

Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £207,000 in Dover West area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,000 up to £425,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Dover West 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 Dover West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£310,000
Flats8£135,000
Semi-Detached7£265,000
Terraced70£203,500

10 years median price trend in Dover West

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

All postcodes in Dover West

CT179HF

Old Folkestone Road

CT179NZ

Chevalier Road

CT179RR

Effingham Street

CT179SG

Folkestone Road

CT170AJ

Dickson Road

CT170AR

Astor Avenue

CT179AB

York Street

CT179DW

Western Close

CT179HB

Old Folkestone Road

CT179RH

Effingham Crescent

CT179RN

Effingham Crescent

CT170BW

Templar Street

CT179BE

Durham Hill

CT179HU

Citadel Road

CT179JF

Folkestone Road

CT179LT

Markland Road

CT179QF

Clarendon Place

CT179QQ

Belgrave Road

CT170DL

South Road

CT179HN

Old Folkestone Road

CT179PX

Elms Vale Road

CT179QT

Longfield Road

CT179QY

Belgrave Road

CT179RA

Belgrave Road

CT179TF

Dover West

CT170AG

Priory Hill

CT179DX

Centre Road

CT179JE

Lascelles Road

CT179QU

Longfield Road

CT161EF

Branch Street

CT162LD

Paul's Place

CT170BJ

Tower Hamlets Road

CT179BH

Military Road

CT179BN

Union Street

CT179DZ

Bastion Road

CT179RP

Effingham Crescent

CT179SF

Folkestone Road

CT179SH

St John's Road

CT179UR

Clarendon Street

CT179UX

St Martins Gardens

CT162LA

Matthew's Place

CT170DY

Tower Hamlets Street

CT179FH

Folkestone Road

CT179HE

Old Folkestone Road

CT179PY

Chestnut Road

Data Sources

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