# Folkestone (CT18) Market Overview CT18 exhibits mixed fundamentals characteristic of early-stage recovery areas. Five-year price growth of 1.3% CAGR sits substantially below national averages, whilst rental growth of 7.8% CAGR significantly outpaces property appreciation, indicating stronger tenant demand than buyer interest. Population growth of 0.5% over the same period reflects modest demographic expansion. The district's trajectory score of 48.9/100 places it at the 42nd percentile nationally, suggesting average market dynamics. Currently classified in the latent gentrification stage, CT18 shows limited evidence of established regeneration patterns. The divergence between rental and capital growth patterns may reflect investor interest in yield-focused strategies rather than capital appreciation expectations in this coastal location.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 0.6% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.8% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.5% per year
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What's changing in Folkestone · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.5 points this month to 48/100, driven mainly by safety.
11 planning applications submitted in CT18 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme proposing 9 homes, 2 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 25/00248 (Erection of 9 dwellings (custom build) with access, landscaping and associated works) to allow for proposed new house types and the reconfiguration of plots 6 and 7Feb 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Replacement ramp and steps with handrails. Insertion of rear double doors and window, demolition of church hallApr 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Partial change of use and conversion to care home and public house. Erection of first floor rear and side extensions, external steps to side elevations (existing single storey extension to be demolished)Feb 2026 · Awaiting decision
Folkestone (CT18) common questions
Is Folkestone up and coming?
Folkestone (CT18) has a trajectory score of 48/100 (Average), placing it in the top 59% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 4.7 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Folkestone safe?
Folkestone has a safety score of 51/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Folkestone?
The average property price in Folkestone (CT18) is £296k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.6% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Folkestone?
The median monthly rent in Folkestone (CT18) is £1,110 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Folkestone?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Folkestone (CT19), Folkestone (CT20), Dover (CT17), Dover (CT16), Dover (CT15). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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