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Westgate

England / South East / Canterbury / Westgate

About

Westgate ward is located in the northwest of Canterbury, covering an area that includes both residential neighborhoods and parts of the city center. The ward is named after the historic Westgate Towers, the largest surviving medieval gateway in England, which stands as a prominent landmark. The area features a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to students, families, and professionals.

The ward includes Westgate Gardens, a riverside park along the Stour, offering green space and walking paths. Local amenities such as shops, cafes, and pubs are concentrated around St Dunstan’s Street and the Westgate Hall area. Public transport links provide easy access to Canterbury’s wider attractions, including the cathedral and university campuses. The ward balances urban convenience with quieter residential streets.

Area overview

On average Westgate has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 207 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Westgate is £52,221 per year. There are 4 schools in Westgate: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
207
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
11.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Westgate Population
9,191
Population density
5,030.9 per km²

Demographics

British
6,116
66.54%
Other White
1,288
14.01%
Other Asian
242
2.63%
Other
226
2.46%
African
209
2.27%
Total population: 9,191

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,722
41.66%
Owns outright
916
22.16%
Owns with a mortgage
677
16.38%
Social rents from council
391
9.46%
Other social rented
251
6.07%
Total households: 4,133

Property prices in Westgate

Based on 122 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 in Westgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,000 up to £1,485,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£475,000
Flats46£212,000
Semi-Detached22£315,000
Terraced47£315,000

10 years price trend in Westgate

All postcodes in Westgate

CT12QN

Marlowe Avenue

CT12SW

Bingley Court

CT28LW

London Road

CT28AR

Orchard Street

CT12FH

Tannery Way North

CT12FQ

Creine Mill Lane South

CT12NT

Stour Street

CT28AX

St Dunstan's Terrace

CT28DG

Forty Acres Road

CT12AN

Canterbury Central & Westgate

CT12BD

High Street

CT12JA

Orange Street

CT12JQ

Guildhall Street

CT12PS

Marlowe Avenue

CT12TF

Rose Lane

CT28JU

Bishops Way

CT28NU

Mill Lane

CT28PB

Knight Avenue
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Data Sources

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