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Greenhill

England / South East / Canterbury / Greenhill

About

Greenhill ward is located in the northwest of Canterbury, Kent. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraced houses, and some modern developments. It is bordered by the A2 road to the north, providing easy access to nearby towns and London. The ward includes parts of the University of Kent campus, contributing to a student presence in the area.

Local amenities in Greenhill include a small shopping parade with convenience stores and takeaways. There are several green spaces, such as Beverley Meadow and Tannery Field, offering recreational areas for residents. Public transport links include bus routes connecting to Canterbury city centre and surrounding areas. The ward has a mix of long-term residents and students, creating a varied community.

Area overview

On average Greenhill has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Greenhill is £36,024 per year. There are 2 schools in Greenhill: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
8.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Greenhill Population
4,199
Population density
636.3 per km²

Demographics

British
3,972
94.59%
Other White
47
1.12%
Indian
35
0.83%
Irish
25
0.6%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
22
0.52%
Total population: 4,199

Housing

Owns outright
736
41.99%
Owns with a mortgage
528
30.12%
Private landlord or letting agency
229
13.06%
Social rents from council
164
9.36%
Other social rented
56
3.19%
Total households: 1,753

Property prices in Greenhill

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Greenhill area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £715,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached24£415,800
Flats2£157,500
Semi-Detached28£292,500
Terraced7£285,000

10 years price trend in Greenhill

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.