# Ashford, TN24 TN24 has demonstrated modest capital appreciation with a five-year price compound annual growth rate of 1.7%, while rental growth has significantly outpaced this at 5.3% annually over the same period. The district ranks at the 73rd percentile nationally for forward trajectory with a score of 54.1 out of 100, classified as strong. Population expansion has been gradual at 1.1% over five years, with the district currently positioned in the pre-cursor gentrification stage. This divergence between rental and capital growth patterns, combined with early-stage gentrification indicators, presents a distinct profile for buy-to-let investors relative to those seeking rapid property appreciation. Market fundamentals suggest a yield-focused environment rather than one characterised by strong price escalation.
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- 1Property prices up 1.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.3% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.1% per year
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What's changing in Ashford · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.7 points this month to 53/100, driven mainly by safety.
74 planning applications submitted in TN24 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes, 3 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Redevelopment of the site for a mixed use development comprising: • Change of use, upward extension and external alterations to the Locomotive Shed building to provide 412 residential dwellings and commercial floorspace (577m2) (Use Class E); • Change of use, upward extension and external alterations to the Engine Shed building to provide 20 residential dwellings and commercial floorspace (724m2) (Use Class E); • Erection of four new buildings providing 383 residential dwellings, internal parking spaces and commercial floorspace (64m2) (Use Class E); • Change of use of the Paint Shop building to provide commercial floorspace (108m2) (Use Class E); and • Change of use of the Acetylene Store (55m2) and Clock Tower (70m2) buildings to provide commercial floorspace (Use Class E) and/or community floorspace (Use Class F2), Plus associated infrastructure, landscaping, parking, servicing, access and other associated works.Feb 2026 · pending
- Non-material amendment to planning permission 21/01267/AS (for the erection of detached garage and fencing), to allow for the increase of the roof pitch to 35°, the addition of two sets of double wooden doors, a lean-to log store, and the weatherboarding and fencing to be softwood feather edge stained black.Jan 2026 · Refuse
- Single-storey rear extension and porch to front following demolition of existing conservatory.Feb 2026 · Approve with Conditions
Ashford (TN24) common questions
Is Ashford up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Ashford (TN24) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 53/100 (Strong), in the top 31% of districts nationally. The score is down 3.5 points over the last 12 months.
Is Ashford safe?
Ashford has a safety score of 46/100 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 (TN24) is £337k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Ashford?
The median monthly rent in Ashford (TN24) is £1,122 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Ashford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Ashford (TN25), New Romney (TN28), Ashford (TN26), Ashford (TN27), Tenterden (TN30). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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