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About

Garlinge is a residential ward located in the northern part of Thanet, Kent. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It borders the coastal town of Margate and is within walking distance of Westbrook Bay. The ward has local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

Garlinge has good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to Margate and other parts of Thanet. The area is known for its quiet, suburban atmosphere, with green spaces like Tivoli Park providing recreational opportunities. While less tourist-focused than nearby coastal areas, its proximity to the sea makes it a practical choice for those seeking a balance between convenience and coastal living.

Area overview

On average Garlinge has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 92 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Garlinge is £41,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Garlinge: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
92
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
14.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Garlinge Population
4,986
Population density
2,008.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,621
92.7%
Other White
109
2.19%
Other Asian
38
0.76%
Indian
35
0.7%
Irish
33
0.66%
Total population: 4,985

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
718
34.94%
Owns with a mortgage
693
33.72%
Private landlord or letting agency
281
13.67%
Other social rented
200
9.73%
Social rents from council
108
5.26%
Total households: 2,055

Property prices in Garlinge

Based on 43 recent sales, the median property price is £312,500 in Garlinge area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £615,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Garlinge 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 Garlinge over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£395,000
Flats6£166,250
Semi-Detached24£337,500
Terraced8£268,750

10 years median price trend in Garlinge

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

All postcodes in Garlinge

CT95QF

Fulsam Place

CT95RD

Westbrook & Garlinge

Data Sources

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