Is CT18 7BW a safe place to live?

Yes, CT18 7BW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 12 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CT18 7BW?

The average property price in CT18 7BW is currently around £365k.

What is the population of CT18 7BW?

The population for the CT18 7BW area is approximately 365 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

CANTERBURY ROAD, CT18 7BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANTERBURY ROAD, CT18 7BW.

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Population

365

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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9/10

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1/10

workEmployment

6/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

7/10

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2/10

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10/10

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9/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates CT18 7BW — age 48, 93% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CT18 7BW is a safe, established residential area on Canterbury Road, 0.6km from Hawkinge in Hawkinge. Administratively it sits within North Downs East ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT18, CT18 7BW offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k.

Census 2021 statistics for CT18 7BW are sourced from Output Area E00124571 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT18 7BW. The average age is 47.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.5%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 405,000

4 sales · Mean £ 390,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CT18 7BW has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour13

Violence and sexual offences10

Public order4

Criminal damage and arson4

Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

Hawkinge Primary School

Outstanding401 pupils0.6 km

The Churchill School

Good379 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby

Spitfire Brunch Box0.7 km
Aspendos Hawkinge0.5 km
Hawkinge House0.8 km
Lilys0.5 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Lidl0.7 km
Tesco0.6 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

White Horse Inn0.1 km
The Mayfly0.6 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Hawkinge Convenience Store0.7 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Matlock House0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby

Garam Mossala0.6 km
Happy Star0.6 km
Hawkinge Fish Bar0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Folkestone West3.2 km
Folkestone Central3.2 km
Folkestone3.5 km

Bus Stops

The White Horse0.0 km
The White Horse0.0 km
Heyford Close0.2 km
Heyford Close0.3 km
De Havilland Close0.4 km