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Folkestone Harbour

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About

Folkestone Harbour is a historic coastal area located in the district of Folkestone and Hythe. Once a bustling port, it has been transformed into a mixed-use space with a focus on leisure and culture. The harbour features a marina, seafood stalls, and independent shops, alongside remnants of its maritime past. The nearby Harbour Arm offers views of the English Channel and serves as a popular spot for walking and dining.

The area is known for its creative community, with galleries and studios housed in converted railway buildings. The Lower Leas Coastal Park, just a short walk away, provides green space and access to the beach. Folkestone Harbour also connects to the town centre via a scenic cliff-top path, making it a key part of the local landscape. The blend of heritage and modern development gives the area a distinct character.

Area overview

On average Folkestone Harbour has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 301 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Folkestone Harbour is £35,300 per year. There are 4 schools in Folkestone Harbour: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
301
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
11.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Folkestone Harbour Population
6,543
Population density
7,313.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,948
75.61%
Other White
694
10.61%
Other
129
1.97%
Other Asian
120
1.83%
African
91
1.39%
Total population: 6,544

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,954
55.12%
Owns outright
558
15.74%
Owns with a mortgage
401
11.31%
Social rents from council
259
7.31%
Other social rented
255
7.19%
Total households: 3,545

Property prices in Folkestone Harbour

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £201,500 in Folkestone Harbour area, with individual transactions ranging from £54,000 up to £1,020,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Folkestone Harbour 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 Harbour over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£435,000
Flats54£151,500
Semi-Detached4£550,000
Terraced25£255,000

10 years median price trend in Folkestone Harbour

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

All postcodes in Folkestone Harbour

CT201QW

Beach Street

CT201RA

London Street

CT201WQ

Bouverie Place

CT202AJ

Folkestone Harbour

CT209GQ

Bouverie Place

CT196BT

Dyke Road

CT201AL

Guildhall Street

CT201DS

Folkestone Harbour

CT201EZ

Dover Road

CT201GB

Bradstone Road

CT201HZ

Clarence Street

CT201PZ

Marine Terrace

CT201RF

Ryland Place

CT201SJ

The Bayle

CT201JH

Folkestone Harbour

CT209NR

Folkestone Harbour

CT196AR

East Cliff Gardens

CT201HR

New Street

CT201HX

St John's Street

CT201LA

Dover Road

CT201QN

Beach Street

CT201RL

Bayle Street

CT201RY

West Terrace

CT202AY

Cheriton Place

CT202DZ

The Leas

CT187WD

Bouverie Place

CT201AZ

Middelburg Square

CT201BZ

Folkestone Harbour

CT201EU

Middelburg Square

CT201JP

Tontine Street

CT201JQ

Dover Road

CT201LG

Charlotte Street

CT201NF

Harbour Way

CT201QJ

Lower Sandgate Road

CT202AL

Longford Terrace

CT209LW

Bouverie Place

CT201AE

Bouverie Place

CT201NA

Harbour Way

CT201QZ

The Tram Road

CT201TW

Harvey Street

CT202BE

Folkestone Harbour

CT202DA

Christ Church Road

CT209GX

Bouverie Place

CT209NG

Bouverie Place

CT209UA

Castle Hill Avenue

CT196AH

North Street

CT201DD

Connaught Road

CT201DY

Guildhall Street

CT201GL

Bouverie Place

CT201JZ

Dover Road

CT201SR

The Parade

CT201SW

Church Street

CT209UG

Castle Hill Avenue

CT203YU

Folkestone Harbour

CT196AP

East Cliff Gardens

CT201AA

Bouverie Place

CT201GY

Tontine Street

CT201JF

Queen Street

CT201LH

Harvey Street

CT201LW

St Michael's Street

CT201RH

Church Street

CT201SA

Folkestone Harbour

CT209UW

Castle Hill Avenue

Data Sources

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