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About

Salmestone is a residential area in Thanet, located near the coastal town of Margate. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated close to local amenities, including schools, shops, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.

The area benefits from good transport links, with easy access to the A28 and nearby train stations connecting to London and other parts of Kent. Salmestone is also within walking distance of Margate’s seafront, offering residents quick access to beaches and leisure facilities. While quieter than central Margate, it provides a balance of convenience and suburban living.

Area overview

On average Salmestone has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 157 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Salmestone is £41,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Salmestone: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
157
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
12.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Salmestone Population
7,882
Population density
2,549.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,630
84.14%
Other White
408
5.18%
Indian
125
1.59%
Other
97
1.23%
African
90
1.14%
Total population: 7,880

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
952
29.8%
Owns outright
893
27.95%
Private landlord or letting agency
827
25.88%
Other social rented
274
8.58%
Social rents from council
127
3.97%
Total households: 3,195

Property prices in Salmestone

Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £275,000 in Salmestone area, with individual transactions ranging from £106,000 up to £615,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Salmestone 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 Salmestone over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£310,000
Flats8£177,500
Semi-Detached23£276,000
Terraced49£270,000

10 years median price trend in Salmestone

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

Data Sources

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