Postcode.Page

Postcode District

CT19

FOLKESTONE

Kent, South East, England

View summary

CT19 encompasses FOLKESTONE and its surrounding areas in Kent, South East.

Avg price £302,741
1yr change ▲ 1.9%
Crime 56% above avg
Schools 0 Outstanding
Updated 2026-03
BUS
Average House Price

£302,741

▲ 1.9% vs last year

This area National avg £287K

5% above national avg

Crime Rate

127.0/1,000

This area National avg 81.3/1,000

56% above national avg

Schools (Ofsted)

16 schools

Broadband Speed

372 Mbps

Property Prices in CT19

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data

The average property price in CT19 is £302,741, which is 33% below the Kent average of £450,882.

Properties in CT19 cost 5.5% more than the England and Wales average of £287,000.

House prices in CT19 have risen 1.9% over the past 12 months and risen 0.0% over five years.

Explore Kent postcodes or read the Kent house prices guide →

Average Price by Property Type

Type Average Price Sales (12m)
Detached £511,156 75
Semi-detached £351,093 286
Terraced £269,717 625
Flat £168,226 157
All types £302,741 1197

5-Year Price History

£297K £300K £303K £306K £309K 2023 2024 2025

Looking to buy in CT19?

Compare mortgage rates for a £242K loan — free, no obligation.

Compare rates

Crime & Safety in CT19

Source: data.police.uk (rolling 12 months)

With 127.0 recorded crimes per 1,000 residents, CT19 has a crime rate significantly 56% above the national average of 81.3 per 1,000.

See how CT19 compares: safest areas in England & Wales →

Crime by Type vs National Average

Violent crime
49.1 per 1,000 (avg: 22.1 per 1,000)
Burglary
3.1 per 1,000 (avg: 6.8 per 1,000)
Vehicle crime
3.2 per 1,000 (avg: 8.4 per 1,000)
Antisocial behaviour
19.2 per 1,000 (avg: 16.2 per 1,000)
Other theft
23.3 per 1,000 (avg: 9.5 per 1,000)
This area
National average

Protect your home in CT19

Compare home insurance quotes from leading UK providers.

Compare quotes →

Schools in CT19

Source: DfE Get Information About Schools / Ofsted

CT19 has 16 schools within or near its boundaries, including 8 rated Good by Ofsted.

How Ofsted ratings affect house prices →

Nearest Schools

School Type Ofsted Distance
Folkestone, St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary Not inspected mi
Harcourt Primary School Primary Not inspected mi
The Beacon Folkestone Other Not inspected mi
Castle Hill Community Primary School Primary Good mi
Birchwood Other Not inspected mi

0

Outstanding

8

Good

0

Requires improvement

0

Inadequate

Demographics

Source: ONS Census 2021

112,411

Population

67

Median Age

27%

Owner-Occupied

76%

Economically Active

Tenure Type

Owner-occupied
27.0%
Private rent
20.0%
Social rent
11.0%

Broadband & Connectivity

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations

Average broadband download speeds in CT19 are 372.0 Mbps, with 99% of premises having access to superfast broadband and 90% with full fibre (FTTP) connectivity.

How broadband speeds affect house prices →

372.0 Mbps

Avg Download

67.0 Mbps

Avg Upload

99%

Superfast Coverage

92%

Ultrafast Coverage

0%

Full Fibre (FTTP)

Council Tax

Source: Valuation Office Agency

Council tax in CT19 is collected by Canterbury Council. The Band D rate is £2,151/year.

Band A
8.0%
Band B
14.0%
Band C
25.0%
Band D
22.0%
Band E
16.0%
Band F
9.0%
Band G
5.0%
Band H
1.0%

Area Summary

CT

CT19 — FOLKESTONE

Area Summary

CT19 (FOLKESTONE) offers property prices near the national average (£302,741), higher-than-average crime (56% above national average), 16 nearby schools, and excellent broadband (372 Mbps average).

Prices

Near avg

Safety

High crime

Schools

Weak

Broadband

Good

What's your property in CT19 worth?

Get a free, no-obligation valuation from a local expert.

Get free valuation

Frequently Asked Questions about CT19 FOLKESTONE

What is the average house price in CT19 FOLKESTONE?
The average house price in CT19 (FOLKESTONE) is £302,741, based on 1197 residential sales in the past 12 months. This is 5% above the national average of £287,000. Prices have risen by 1.9% over the past year.
Is CT19 FOLKESTONE a safe area to live?
Crime in CT19 is above the national average (127.0 crimes per 1,000 residents vs 81.3 nationally). The most common crime types recorded are violent crime (49.1 per 1,000) and antisocial behaviour (19.2 per 1,000). Crime figures are sourced from data.police.uk rolling 12-month data.
What is the population of CT19 FOLKESTONE?
The population of CT19 (FOLKESTONE) is approximately 112,411 (ONS Census 2021). The median age is 67 years. 27% of homes are owner-occupied, 20% are privately rented, and 11% are social housing.
How fast is broadband in CT19?
The average broadband download speed in CT19 is 372 Mbps. Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 99% of premises, ultrafast to 92%, and full-fibre (FTTP) to 0%. Source: Ofcom Connected Nations.
What are schools like in CT19 FOLKESTONE?
There are 16 schools in or near CT19. 50% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted — 0 Outstanding and 8 Good. None require improvement.

Nearby Postcodes

Compare areas →

CT18

FOLKESTONE

£403K

▲ 1.3% YoY

CT20

FOLKESTONE

£311K

▲ 0.3% YoY

CT21

HYTHE

£462K

▲ 0.5% YoY

Compare CT19 with nearby areas

CT19 vs CT18 CT19 vs CT20 CT19 vs CT21

Related property guides

UK Average House Prices

See how property prices compare across England and Wales.

Read guide →

Kent House Prices

Explore average prices, trends, and postcode breakdowns across Kent.

Read guide →

Safest Areas in England & Wales

Ranked by crime rate — find the lowest-crime places to live.

Read guide →