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Canterbury in Kent is a district of 157,432 residents with a median age of 41.2 years. The property market shows a median price of £330,000, with 1,837 sales in the past 12 months.
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Ownership is strong, with 64.8% of homes owner-occupied; detached and semi-detached properties each account for around 31%. Affordability stands at a ratio of 9.4, based on median earnings of £36,558. Energy efficiency is reasonable, with 51.6% of rated homes at EPC band C or better. Deprivation is mixed: about 55% of neighbourhoods in England are more deprived. Crime recorded 1,679 offences in July 2026 (10.7 per 1,000 residents), with violent crime and antisocial behaviour most prevalent. Schools are well-served with 64 institutions including 3 grammar schools; 19 of 20 rated schools are good or better. Life expectancy is 80.4 for males and 83.4 for females. Transport includes 9 rail stations; the nearest is Sturry Rail Station at 1.2 km, offering a 104-minute commute to London Bridge. Broadband is strong: 92.1% have superfast speeds. The area holds 1,887 listed buildings and 98 conservation areas.
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