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About

Wincheap is a residential and commercial area located to the northeast of Canterbury city center. The ward includes a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, alongside local shops and businesses. It is well-connected to the city center, with frequent bus services and easy access to the A2 and A28 roads.

The area features several green spaces, including Wincheap Park, which provides recreational facilities. Canterbury East railway station is nearby, offering links to London and coastal towns. Wincheap also has schools, medical centers, and community amenities, making it a practical place to live for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Wincheap has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 104 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wincheap is £54,961 per year. There are 4 schools in Wincheap: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
104
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
14.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wincheap Population
9,426
Population density
1,280.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,912
73.33%
Other White
1,022
10.84%
African
215
2.28%
Indian
175
1.86%
Other
171
1.81%
Total population: 9,426

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,065
28.25%
Owns outright
998
26.47%
Owns with a mortgage
937
24.85%
Social rents from council
468
12.41%
Other social rented
170
4.51%
Total households: 3,770

Property prices in Wincheap

Based on 123 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Wincheap area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £1,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wincheap 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 Wincheap over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached28£520,296
Flats16£195,000
Semi-Detached39£359,100
Terraced40£285,000

10 years median price trend in Wincheap

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

Data Sources

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