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About

Northwood ward lies on the northwestern edge of the town of Margate, forming a largely residential suburb. The area is characterised by streets of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, along with more modern developments. It contains several local shopping parades providing everyday services, with Northwood Road serving as a central commercial artery. The ward includes the grounds of Hartsdown Park, home to Margate Football Club.

The residential streets extend towards the boundary with Cliftonville, with a mix of housing types and densities. Green spaces include the smaller parks and recreation grounds scattered throughout the neighbourhood. The ward's proximity to central Margate means it is well-connected by local bus routes. A defining local landmark is the distinctive, historic water tower situated near Hartsdown Park, a prominent feature in the area's skyline.

Area overview

On average Northwood has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 117 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Northwood is £45,919 per year. There are 6 schools in Northwood: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Northwood is home to around 6,599 people, with a population density of about 2,506.5 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

117

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Northwood Population

6,599

Population density

2,506.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

63.19(+99%)

Shoplifting

31.67(+297%)

Anti-social behaviour

25.46(+107%)

Criminal damage and arson

14.09(+118%)

Other theft

8.94(+59%)

South East average

Demographics

British

5,999

90.88%

Other White

183

2.77%

Other Asian

1.24%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.74%

Indian

0.56%

Total population: 6,601

Economics

No qualifications

1,491

27.29%

Level 4 qualifications or above

983

17.99%

Level 3 (A level)

885

16.2%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

812

14.86%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

757

13.86%

Total 16+ residents: 5,463

Housing

Owns outright

1,037

36.44%

Owns with a mortgage

722

25.37%

Private landlord or letting agency

368

12.93%

Social rents from council

329

11.56%

Other social rented

289

10.15%

Total households: 2,846

Property prices in Northwood

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £251,250 in Northwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £423,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Northwood over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	12	£300,000	£234,250	£278,750	£360,000	£403,500
Flats	3	£160,000	£115,000	£135,000	£170,000	£178,000
Semi-Detached	34	£259,750	£197,900	£235,750	£300,000	£340,850
Terraced	17	£228,000	£89,000	£210,000	£235,000	£265,000

10 years median price trend in Northwood

All postcodes in Northwood

CT126AL

Margate Road

CT126BU

Whitehall Road

CT126FA

Marlowe Way

CT126BH

Nixon Avenue

CT125LR

Northwood

CT126TY

Greenfield Road

CT126TJ

Violet Avenue

CT126RW

Donnahay Road

CT126TZ

Romilly Gardens

CT125LP

Northwood

CT126QX

Highfield Road

CT126SN

Margate Road

CT126BY

The Cuttings

CT126RU

Marrose Avenue

CT126GY

Northwood

CT126RP

Hopes Lane

CT126SJ

Margate Road

CT126TG

Margate Road

CT126BP

Ashley Close

CT126UX

Mentmore Road

CT126SY

Margate Road

CT126BD

Gwyn Road

CT126UF

Clements Road

CT126DZ

St James Avenue

CT126TP

Pysons Road

CT126BZ

Whitehall Road

CT126GZ

Northwood

CT126QG

Highbury Gardens

CT126AT

Winifred Avenue

CT126TF

Margate Road

CT126DL

Kings Avenue

CT126DY

Holbrook Drive

CT126SP

Margate Road

CT126TU

Pysons Road

CT126FN

Northwood

CT126QE

Charlton Close

CT126BS

Westminster Walk

CT126AD

Wheatley Road

CT126FP

Station Mews

CT126QW

Millfield Road

CT126QP

Windmill Avenue

CT126TW

Mallory Close

CT125AQ

Haine Road

CT126RH

Newlands Lane

CT125AH

Walnut Tree Cottages

CT126DH

Pinewood Close

CT126PT

Newington Road

CT126TR

Pysons Road

CT126AP

Fitzroy Avenue

CT126QL

Highfield Road

CT126SQ

Margate Road

CT126BW

Viaduct Close

CT126SZ

Margate Road

CT126BE

Nixon Avenue

CT126UG

Clements Road

CT125LW

Hilltop Avenue

CT126RQ

Clements Road

CT126PZ

Newington Road

CT125AF

Haine Road

CT126DE

Whitehall Road

CT126SG

Margate Road

CT125AB

Haine Road

CT126TH

Violet Avenue

CT126TB

Lawley Close

CT126RD

Woodford Avenue

CT117SQ

Margate Road

CT126UW

Hopes Lane

CT126BQ

Nixon Avenue

CT126AX

Allenby Road

CT125FZ

Hawthorn Grange

CT126SD

Coxes Avenue

CT126DU

Woodville Road

CT126SL

Margate Road

CT126RG

Newlands Road

CT126TD

Martins Close

CT126AJ

Margate Road

CT126FL

Saxon Square

CT126AW

Margate Road

CT126DA

Lorina Road

CT126UE

Clements Road

CT126UY

Northwood

CT125AD

Northwood

CT126RN

Hopes Lane

CT126RX

Northwood Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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