Canterbury's CT4 postcode district shows modest price appreciation, with five-year compound annual growth of 1.3%, positioning it in the 25th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 45.6. Rental growth significantly outpaces capital appreciation at 7.8% annually over the same period, suggesting stronger investor interest in lettings than owner-occupation. Population growth remains subdued at 0.5% over five years, reflecting limited demographic expansion. The district occupies a latent gentrification stage, indicating potential for future change, though current metrics do not evidence material uplift. These figures suggest Canterbury CT4 appeals primarily to buy-to-let investors rather than those seeking rapid capital growth.
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- 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 Canterbury · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.3 points this month to 44/100, driven mainly by safety.
20 planning applications submitted in CT4 over the last six months, 1 change of use.
- Change of use of land for the siting of 1 static caravan to be occupied by gypsy/travellersJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Discharge of condition 26 (lighting) pursuant to application 19/00615 Demolition of existing Circuit Offices and erection of replacement building comprising VIP Centre and additional use of the circuit for non-race activities and construction of new access road from existing access in Geddinge LaneJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Proposed first floor side and rear extension together with single storey rear extensions to include alterations to the facade and entrance gate. Plus alterations to outbuilding roof and facade.Apr 2026 · pending
Canterbury (CT4) common questions
Is Canterbury up and coming?
Canterbury (CT4) has a trajectory score of 44/100 (Average), placing it in the top 79% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 9.4 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Canterbury safe?
Canterbury has a safety score of 33/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Canterbury?
The average property price in Canterbury (CT4) 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 Canterbury?
The median monthly rent in Canterbury (CT4) is £1,110 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Canterbury?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Canterbury (CT1), Canterbury (CT2), Canterbury (CT3), Ashford (TN25), Hythe (CT21). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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