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Folkestone Central

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About

Folkestone Central is a key transport hub in the town, centered around its railway station, which provides direct links to London and other parts of Kent. The area is a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with a range of local shops, cafes, and services catering to both commuters and residents. The station itself is a focal point, with regular services making it a convenient base for travel.

Surrounding the station, the area features a blend of Victorian and modern architecture, with some older buildings reflecting Folkestone’s historical development. Nearby, the High Street offers practical amenities, while quieter side streets lead to residential neighborhoods. The proximity to the town center and the seafront makes it a practical location for those needing easy access to both transport and local facilities.

Area overview

On average Folkestone Central has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 138 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Folkestone Central is £40,100 per year. There are 2 schools in Folkestone Central: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
138
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
3.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Folkestone Central Population
6,648
Population density
4,354.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,214
78.43%
Other White
614
9.24%
Other
105
1.58%
Other Asian
103
1.55%
Irish
87
1.31%
Total population: 6,648

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,650
47.05%
Owns outright
959
27.35%
Owns with a mortgage
648
18.48%
Other social rented
117
3.34%
Other forms of private rent
89
2.54%
Total households: 3,507

Property prices in Folkestone Central

Based on 122 recent sales, the median property price is £221,000 in Folkestone Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £69,000 up to £975,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Folkestone Central 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 Folkestone Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£862,150
Flats110£216,500
Semi-Detached2£389,101
Terraced6£324,000

10 years median price trend in Folkestone Central

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

All postcodes in Folkestone Central

CT209UZ

Castle Hill Avenue

CT195AY

Radnor Park Road

CT195HL

Radnor Park West

CT202SE

Manor Road

CT202TP

Trinity Road

CT202LB

Bouverie Road West

CT202AN

Metropole Road East

CT202JP

Lower Sandgate Road

CT202LS

The Leas

CT202RQ

Palting Way

CT202XA

Folkestone Central

CT209SW

Castle Hill Avenue

CT209TA

Castle Hill Avenue

CT195HJ

Radnor Park West

CT195HR

Avereng Road

CT202HD

Earl's Avenue

CT202PT

Grimston Gardens

CT202QJ

Folkestone Central

CT202RR

Augusta Gardens

CT202TD

Castle Hill Avenue

CT209TR

Castle Hill Avenue

CT202AE

Trinity Road

CT195JP

Cornwallis Avenue

CT202LL

Folkestone Central

CT202SU

Christ Church Road

CT202TF

Castle Hill Avenue

CT209SJ

Castle Hill Avenue

CT209SX

Castle Hill Avenue

CT202SD

Christ Church Road

CT202SN

Ingles Road

CT202XD

Folkestone Central

CT202XL

The Leas

CT209SZ

Castle Hill Avenue

Data Sources

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