Area360 logo

Find postcode

Margate Town

England / South East / Thanet / Margate Town

About

Margate is a coastal town in Thanet, Kent, known for its sandy beaches and historic seafront. The town features the iconic Dreamland amusement park, a mix of vintage and modern attractions. The Old Town area has independent shops, galleries, and cafes, reflecting Margate’s creative community. The Turner Contemporary art gallery is a key landmark, hosting exhibitions and events.

The harbour and main beach are central to Margate’s identity, offering views of the North Sea. The town has a range of architecture, from Georgian buildings to postwar developments. Margate Caves and the Shell Grotto provide glimpses into its quirky history. Transport links include a railway station connecting to London and local bus services. The area balances tourism with local life, with markets and festivals throughout the year.

Area overview

On average Margate Town has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 201 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Margate Town is £38,400 per year. There are 1 schools in Margate Town: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
201
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
10.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Margate Town Population
7,994
Population density
6,192.6 per km²

Demographics

British
6,352
79.43%
Other White
592
7.4%
Other Asian
153
1.91%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
116
1.45%
Other
115
1.44%
Total population: 7,997

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,613
45.6%
Owns with a mortgage
693
19.59%
Owns outright
653
18.46%
Other social rented
313
8.85%
Social rents from council
143
4.04%
Total households: 3,537

Property prices in Margate Town

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Margate Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £865,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£670,000
Flats18£141,500
Semi-Detached11£270,000
Terraced44£244,250

10 years price trend in Margate Town

All postcodes in Margate Town

CT91XR

All Saints' Avenue

CT95RX

Connaught Gardens

CT99TA

Margate Town

CT91RE

Margate Town

CT91XB

Eaton Close

CT95SE

Alexandra Terrace

CT94DD

Salmestone Road

CT95SS

Buckingham Road

CT99SR

Margate Town

CT94DW

Margate Town

CT91UE

Park Crescent Road

CT95FR

Canterbury Road Margate
← Prev Next →

Data Sources

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