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Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill

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About

Saltwood, Seabrook, and Etchinghill are neighboring areas in the Folkestone and Hythe district, each with distinct characteristics. Saltwood is known for its historic castle and village atmosphere, surrounded by woodland and green spaces. Seabrook, closer to the coast, offers pebble beaches and views across the English Channel, with a mix of residential and seaside elements. Etchinghill, situated on higher ground, provides a quieter setting with access to the North Downs and rural landscapes.

The area benefits from proximity to Folkestone and Hythe, offering local amenities and transport links. The A20 and M20 provide easy access to Ashford and London, while the High Speed 1 rail service connects to the capital in under an hour. Outdoor activities are popular, with walking trails like the North Downs Way and coastal paths nearby. The mix of history, coastal access, and countryside makes this part of Kent appealing for both residents and visitors.

Area overview

On average Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill is £53,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
2.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill Population
6,692
Population density
200.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,166
92.13%
Other White
217
3.24%
Irish
96
1.43%
White and Asian (mixed)
42
0.63%
Indian
29
0.43%
Total population: 6,693

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,740
58.47%
Owns with a mortgage
835
28.06%
Private landlord or letting agency
261
8.77%
Other forms of private rent
58
1.95%
Social rents from council
43
1.44%
Total households: 2,976

Property prices in Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £482,500 in Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill area, with individual transactions ranging from £81,500 up to £1,185,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill 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 Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached60£645,000
Flats15£205,000
Semi-Detached30£422,500
Terraced19£315,000

10 years median price trend in Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill.

All postcodes in Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill

CT188BW

Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill

CT188DA

Teddars Leas Road

CT188DG

Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill

CT188FD

Newington Road

CT188NR

Teddars Leas Road

CT215HX

Tanner's Hill

CT215PH

Station Road

CT215XR

Cliff Road

CT214BS

Bartholomew Close

CT215BA

Upper Malthouse Hill

CT215TT

Colin's Way

CT214PZ

Rectory Lane

CT215QE

Cannongate Road

CT215TR

Bridle Way

CT215UT

Blackhouse Hill

CT188AE

Teddars Leas Road

CT188AY

School Lane

CT188BB

Newington Road

CT188BT

Ivy Close

CT188BY

Westfield Lane

CT214PY

Rectory Lane

CT214SF

Dark Lane

CT214SG

Britten Close

CT215DU

North Road

CT215GS

Mill Road

CT215FG

Cannongate Road

CT215HQ

Seaton Avenue

CT215NZ

Twiss Grove

CT215PJ

Cannongate Road

CT215PS

Cannongate Avenue

CT215XL

Cliff Road

CT188BD

Newington Road

CT188BP

Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill

CT188DB

Teddars Leas Road

CT214BH

Harpswood Lane

CT214DF

Turnpike Close

CT214EN

Ashford Road

CT215SA

Horn Street

CT215TD

Naildown Road

CT215UQ

Tanner's Hill

CT215XQ

Cliff Road

CT188DE

The Orchids

CT188DQ

Brady Road

CT214HN

Ashford Road

CT214HP

Ashford Road

CT215EJ

Hillside Street

CT215EX

Castle Road

CT215LX

Seabrook Road

CT215NU

Twiss Avenue

CT215RQ

Horn Street

CT188AP

Ashford Road

CT188AR

The Orchids

CT188LA

Saltwood, Seabrook & Etchinghill

CT214AE

Brockhill Road

CT214JL

Ashford Road

CT215BT

Bartholomew Street

CT215LP

East Street

CT215TN

Seadown Close

CT188AF

Teddars Leas Road

CT188BU

Ivy Close

CT214AR

Tanners Close

CT214EL

Ashford Road

CT214QE

New Road

CT214QH

Dark Lane

CT215HD

Castle Avenue

CT215RF

Seabrook Gardens

Data Sources

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