Folkestone Central ward is located in the heart of Folkestone, a coastal town in the Folkestone and Hythe district of Kent. The ward covers the town centre and surrounding residential areas, including parts of the historic Old Town. It is a mix of commercial and residential spaces, with shops, cafes, and services concentrated along the main streets. The area is well-connected, with Folkestone Central railway station providing links to London and other parts of Kent.
The ward includes landmarks such as the Leas Cliff Hall and the Creative Quarter, which hosts galleries and independent businesses. Housing ranges from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, catering to a variety of residents. The seafront and Leas promenade are nearby, offering green spaces and coastal views. Folkestone Central has a blend of urban convenience and coastal character, making it a practical and attractive place to live.
On average Folkestone Central has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 195 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% 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 £38,305 per year. There are 4 schools in Folkestone Central: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 159 recent sales, the median property price is £228,202 in Folkestone Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £54,000 up to £1,375,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 5 | £825,000 |
| Flats | 123 | £210,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 8 | £517,500 |
| Terraced | 23 | £285,000 |
10 years price trend in Folkestone Central
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Folkestone Morehall & Sandgate
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Clarence Street
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Mill Bay
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Mill Bay
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West Terrace
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Folkestone Central
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Folkestone Central
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Folkestone Central
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The Leas
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Jointon Road
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Brockman Road
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Grace Hill
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Bradstone Road
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Folkestone Harbour
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St John's Street
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Folkestone Harbour
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Folkestone Harbour
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Langhorne Gardens
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Clifton Gardens
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Earl's Avenue
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Folkestone Central
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Broadfield Crescent
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Jointon Road
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Bouverie Place
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Folkestone Harbour
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Rendezvous Street
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Rendezvous Street
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Bradstone New Road
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Folkestone Central
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Clifton Crescent
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Broadfield Road
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Folkestone Central
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Grimston Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Manor Road
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Bouverie Road West
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Bouverie Place
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Bouverie Square
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Millfield
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Godwyn Gardens
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The Old High Street
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Albion Villas
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Folkestone Central
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Cheriton Place
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Clifton Crescent
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Earl's Avenue
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Bouverie Road West
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Rendezvous Street
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Guildhall Street
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Ravenlea Road
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The Parade
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Cheriton Place
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Clifton Gardens
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Longford Terrace
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Earl's Avenue
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Folkestone Central
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Metropole Road West
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Bouverie Road West
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Bouverie Road West
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Bouverie Road West
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Bouverie Place
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Bouverie Place
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Dover Road
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Folkestone Harbour
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Victoria Grove
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Victoria Grove
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Albion Mews Road
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Bradstone Road
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Shakespeare Terrace
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Bouverie Road West
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Earl's Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Castle Hill Avenue
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Folkestone Harbour
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Lower Sandgate Road
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Guildhall Street
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Coolinge Road
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Rendezvous Street
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Trinity Crescent
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Westbourne Gardens
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The Leas
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Brockman Road
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Kingsnorth Gardens
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Court Approach
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Ingles Road
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Folkestone Central
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.