Affordability in Folkestone and Hythe
Based on ONS house-price to workplace-earnings ratios, 2025. The England & Wales median is 7.6×.
Renting in Folkestone and Hythe
| Property size | Average rent (pcm) | Change on a year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed | £805 | +10.6% |
| 2 bed | £1,031 | +10.6% |
| 3 bed | £1,285 | +10.8% |
| 4+ bed | £1,723 | +10.2% |
| All sizes | £1,178 | +10.6% |
Who lives in Folkestone and Hythe
Census 2021 figures, averaged across the area's neighbourhoods.
Frequently asked
What is the average house price in Folkestone and Hythe?
The median house price in Folkestone and Hythe is £315,000 (ONS, 2025), about 8.1× the typical full-time salary.
How much is rent in Folkestone and Hythe?
The average private rent for a two-bedroom home in Folkestone and Hythe is £1,031 per month (ONS Price Index of Private Rents, August 2026). It averages existing tenancies as well as new lets, so newly advertised rents are usually higher.
Where does this Folkestone and Hythe data come from?
House prices and affordability ratios come from ONS. Rents are average private rents from the ONS Price Index of Private Rents, for the latest published month. Demographics are Census 2021 figures aggregated to local-authority level. England & Wales only.