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About

Hythe ward is located in the southern part of the Folkestone and Hythe district in Kent. It includes the historic town of Hythe, known for its medieval buildings and proximity to the coast. The area features a mix of residential streets, green spaces, and local businesses, with the Royal Military Canal running through it. Hythe’s seafront and promenade attract visitors, while the town centre offers shops, cafes, and traditional pubs.

The ward also covers parts of the surrounding rural landscape, including farmland and small villages. Transport links include the A259 coastal road and Hythe railway station, providing connections to Folkestone and Ashford. The area has a range of housing, from older cottages to modern developments. Schools, healthcare facilities, and community events contribute to local life, with Hythe’s history and coastal setting shaping its character.

Area overview

On average Hythe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hythe is £43,397 per year. There are 5 schools in Hythe: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
7.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hythe Population
11,110
Population density
711.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,097
90.87%
Other White
381
3.43%
Irish
141
1.27%
Other Asian
114
1.03%
White and Asian (mixed)
65
0.59%
Total population: 11,111

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,635
49.11%
Owns with a mortgage
1,227
22.87%
Private landlord or letting agency
811
15.12%
Social rents from council
319
5.95%
Other social rented
173
3.22%
Total households: 5,365

Property prices in Hythe

Based on 188 recent sales, the median property price is £389,700 in Hythe area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,750 up to £1,185,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hythe 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 Hythe over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached60£622,500
Flats38£222,500
Semi-Detached43£395,000
Terraced47£310,000

10 years median price trend in Hythe

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

All postcodes in Hythe

CT214EN

Ashford Road

CT215BS

Bartholomew Street

CT215HR

Hythe

CT215JY

Sun Lane

CT215JZ

Sun Lane

CT215RP

Cheriton & Horn Street

CT215SA

Horn Street

CT215TD

Naildown Road

CT215UQ

Tanner's Hill

CT215XQ

Cliff Road

CT216BH

Stade Street

CT216HE

Albert Road

CT216HW

Albert Road

CT214HN

Ashford Road

CT215DA

Sir John Moore Avenue

CT215EJ

Hillside Street

CT215EX

Castle Road

CT215FF

Bartholomew Street

CT215LX

Seabrook Road

CT215NU

Twiss Avenue

CT215NW

Marine Walk Street

CT215RQ

Horn Street

CT216BZ

Albert Lane

CT216ES

New Road

CT214AE

Brockhill Road

CT214JL

Ashford Road

CT215BH

Hythe

CT215BT

Bartholomew Street

CT215LP

East Street

CT215TN

Seadown Close

CT216AN

South Road

CT216BS

Albert Road

CT216DZ

Stade Street

CT216HD

Albert Road

CT214AR

Tanners Close

CT214EL

Ashford Road

CT214QE

New Road

CT214QH

Dark Lane

CT215BY

Bartholomew Street

CT215DG

Corunna Close

CT215EW

Hillside Street

CT215HD

Castle Avenue

CT215JW

High Street

CT215NQ

Prospect Road

CT215RF

Seabrook Gardens

CT215RR

Battery Point

CT215SE

Eversley Road

CT216DG

Stade Street

CT216DR

Arthur Road

CT219AB

Dental Street

Data Sources

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