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Northgate

England / South East / Canterbury / Northgate

About

Northgate ward is located in the northern part of Canterbury, Kent. It includes areas such as St. Radigund's and parts of the city centre. The ward is bordered by the River Stour and features a mix of residential and commercial spaces. Key landmarks include the historic Northgate and St. Radigund's Abbey ruins.

The area has a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments. Northgate is close to Canterbury West railway station, providing transport links. The ward also has green spaces like Tannery Field and Toddler's Cove, offering recreational areas for residents. Local shops and cafes cater to daily needs, with easy access to the city centre.

Area overview

On average Northgate has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 152 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 40.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Northgate is £40,008 per year. There are 2 schools in Northgate: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
152
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
40.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Northgate Population
7,049
Population density
3,813.5 per km²

Demographics

British
4,578
64.96%
Other White
717
10.17%
African
385
5.46%
Other Asian
236
3.35%
Other
167
2.37%
Total population: 7,047

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
849
32.81%
Social rents from council
711
27.47%
Owns outright
414
16%
Owns with a mortgage
317
12.25%
Other social rented
201
7.77%
Total households: 2,588

Property prices in Northgate

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £227,000 in Northgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £520,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£335,000
Flats21£170,000
Semi-Detached8£239,000
Terraced20£265,000

10 years price trend in Northgate

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Data Sources

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