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West Bay

England / South East / Canterbury / West Bay

About

West Bay ward is located in the coastal area of Canterbury, Kent. It covers part of the city’s western outskirts, near the River Stour. The ward includes residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and some light industrial areas. Its proximity to the river and nearby countryside provides a mix of urban and semi-rural surroundings.

The area is served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and transport links. West Bay ward has a mix of housing types, from older properties to newer developments. The ward’s location offers easy access to Canterbury city center while maintaining a quieter atmosphere. Nearby parks and walking paths along the river add to its appeal for residents.

Area overview

On average West Bay has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Bay is £35,633 per year. There are 1 schools in West Bay: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

1/10

Social housing

7.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

West Bay Population

4,084

Population density

3,050.6 per km²

Demographics

British

3,836

93.93%

Irish

1.1%

Other White

0.98%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.71%

Other

0.59%

Total population: 4,084

Housing

Owns outright

864

47.6%

Owns with a mortgage

528

29.09%

Private landlord or letting agency

210

11.57%

Social rents from council

153

8.43%

Other forms of private rent

2.2%

Total households: 1,815

Property prices in West Bay

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £327,000 in West Bay area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,250,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	29	£395,000	£163,247	£276,000	£470,000	£696,000
Flats	1	£110,000	£110,000	£110,000	£110,000	£110,000
Semi-Detached	21	£325,000	£230,000	£260,000	£362,500	£455,000
Terraced	7	£238,000	£156,500	£230,500	£260,000	£323,000

10 years price trend in West Bay

All postcodes in West Bay

CT68NT

Cobblers Bridge Road

CT68BW

Whitstable Road

CT68JR

Grand Drive

CT68NB

Fitzgerald Avenue

CT68NF

Claremont Street

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Data Sources

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

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