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Folkestone Central

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About

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.

Area overview

On average Folkestone Central has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 192 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% 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 £38,327 per year. There are 4 schools in Folkestone Central: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
192
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
7.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Folkestone Central Population
10,313
Population density
6,337.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,850
76.13%
Other White
1,048
10.16%
Other
198
1.92%
Other Asian
184
1.78%
African
137
1.33%
Total population: 10,311

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,784
49.43%
Owns outright
1,272
22.59%
Owns with a mortgage
839
14.9%
Other social rented
341
6.05%
Social rents from council
209
3.71%
Total households: 5,632

Property prices in Folkestone Central

Based on 172 recent sales, the median property price is £222,250 in Folkestone Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £54,000 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
Detached3£615,000
Flats136£210,000
Semi-Detached7£440,000
Terraced26£277,500

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

CT202TF

Castle Hill Avenue

CT209SJ

Castle Hill Avenue

CT209SX

Castle Hill Avenue

CT209UG

Castle Hill Avenue

CT203YU

Folkestone Harbour

CT201AA

Bouverie Place

CT201GY

Tontine Street

CT201JF

Queen Street

CT201RH

Church Street

CT201SA

Folkestone Harbour

CT202SD

Christ Church Road

CT202SN

Ingles Road

CT202XD

Folkestone Central

CT202XL

The Leas

CT209SZ

Castle Hill Avenue

CT209UW

Castle Hill Avenue

Data Sources

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