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Westgate-on-Sea

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About

Westgate-on-Sea ward encompasses a residential coastal area on the northwestern edge of the Isle of Thanet. The district is characterised by its long shingle beach and a central parade of local shops and services. Victorian and Edwardian architecture is prevalent, with many former guesthouses now converted into private homes. The area maintains a quieter pace compared to neighbouring resorts, with a focus on community facilities and green spaces like the Westgate Recreation Ground.

A notable local landmark is the Westgate Pavilion, a historic entertainment venue on the seafront. The tidal bathing pool, constructed from the chalk bedrock, is a popular feature at low tide. Transport links include the Westgate-on-Sea railway station, providing direct services to London. The ward's boundaries extend inland to include areas of suburban housing and the playing fields of Ursuline College.

Area overview

On average Westgate-on-Sea has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Westgate-on-Sea is £48,297 per year. There are 3 schools in Westgate-on-Sea: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Westgate-on-Sea is home to around 7,517 people, with a population density of about 3,472.5 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
61
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
7.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Westgate-on-Sea Population
7,517
Population density
3,472.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
38.45(+21%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.71(-5%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.65(+3%)
Other theft
4.79(-15%)
Public order
2.93(-52%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,848
91.06%
Other White
206
2.74%
Irish
66
0.88%
White and Asian (mixed)
65
0.86%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
53
0.7%
Total population: 7,520

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,641
25.99%
No qualifications
1,340
21.22%
Level 3 (A level)
1,068
16.91%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
932
14.76%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
698
11.05%
Total 16+ residents: 6,315

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,220
35.42%
Private landlord or letting agency
935
27.15%
Owns with a mortgage
889
25.81%
Other social rented
175
5.08%
Social rents from council
112
3.25%
Total households: 3,444

Property prices in Westgate-on-Sea

Based on 122 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Westgate-on-Sea area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £1,115,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Westgate-on-Sea 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 Westgate-on-Sea over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£450,000
Flats48£157,250
Terraced34£302,500
Semi-Detached25£325,000

10 years median price trend in Westgate-on-Sea

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Westgate-on-Sea.

All postcodes in Westgate-on-Sea

CT88LD

Elm Grove

CT88TU

Sea Road

CT88PD

Westgate Bay Avenue

CT88DF

Richborough Road

CT88EW

Lymington Road

CT88QD

Carlton Rise

CT88RW

Wellington Close

Data Sources

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