Ashford (TN23) in Kent has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 1.5% for property prices alongside stronger rental growth of 6.4% over the same period. The district sits at the pre-cursor stage of gentrification with a trajectory score of 57.9/100, placing it in the 88th percentile nationally. Population expansion of 1.6% over five years indicates modest demographic growth, suggesting underlying economic activity. The divergence between rental and capital appreciation metrics indicates that investor returns have been driven primarily by yield rather than asset value increases. Market fundamentals point to sustained rental demand despite slower price appreciation.
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- 1Property prices up 1.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.6% per year
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What's changing in Ashford · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.4 points this month to 58/100, driven mainly by safety.
45 planning applications submitted in TN23 over the last six months, 3 change of use, 3 demolition.
- Proposed one and a half storey rear extension and single storey rear extension including rooflights, alterations to first floor fenestration on the rear elevation, following demolition of the existing conservatoryApr 2026 · pending
- Single storey rear extension with roof lantern and changes to first floor fenestration on the rear elevation; following demolition of the existing conservatory and removal of raised deckingMar 2026 · pending
- Erection of 3no commercial buildings to provide a mix of B2/B8 and Class E(g)(i) floorspace, with parking, external storage and associated landscaping and access following demolition of existing buildings.Jan 2026 · pending
Ashford (TN23) common questions
Is Ashford up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Ashford (TN23) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 58/100 (Strong), in the top 11% of districts nationally. The score is down 2.9 points over the last 12 months.
Is Ashford safe?
Ashford has a safety score of 38/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Ashford?
The average property price in Ashford (TN23) is £337k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Ashford?
The median monthly rent in Ashford (TN23) is £1,225 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Ashford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Burnham-On-Crouch (CM0), Sheerness (ME12), Colchester (CO5), Maldon (CM9), Faversham (ME13). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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