Area Guide – Canterbury (CT)

Living in Canterbury (CT)

Crime levels in Canterbury (CT) are above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, multiple rail stations serve the area, parts of the area fall within higher flood-risk zones — individual street checks are recommended. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Canterbury (CT)

Is Canterbury (CT) a good place to live?

Canterbury (CT) has crime levels above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and rail stations serving the area.

Are there good schools in Canterbury (CT)?

Yes. 26 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 13 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Canterbury (CT)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Above England average (108 vs 88 per 1,000)

school Schools 26 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 13 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
St Peter's Methodist Primary School	Primary	Good	0.1 mi
Diocesan and Payne Smith Church of England Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.3 mi
St Johns Church of England Primary School	Primary	Good	0.3 mi
Kingsmead Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.3 mi
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Canterbury	Primary	Good	0.3 mi
Canterbury College	16 plus	Not rated	0.6 mi
Barton Court Grammar School	Secondary	Good	0.6 mi
The Canterbury High School	Secondary	Not rated	0.7 mi
The Canterbury Academy	Secondary	Requires Improvement	0.7 mi
St Stephen's Infant School	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
Wincheap Foundation Primary School	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
The Canterbury Primary School	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
Beauherne County Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
Beauherne County Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
St Stephen's Junior School	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
The Archbishop's School	Secondary	Good	1.0 mi
Chaucer Technology School	Secondary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Barton Manor School	Secondary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Pilgrims' Way Primary School	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Pilgrims' Way Primary School and Nursery	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Parkside Community Primary School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School	Secondary	Good	1.3 mi
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys	Secondary	Not rated	1.4 mi
St Anselm's Catholic School, Canterbury	Secondary	Good	1.5 mi
St Anselm's Catholic School	Secondary	Not rated	1.5 mi
Blean Primary School	Primary	Outstanding	1.7 mi

directions_railway Transport 2 rail stations within 2 miles of the area centre

Station	Distance
Canterbury West Rail Station	0.3 mi
Canterbury East Rail Station	0.4 mi

water Flood risk Parts of the area fall within higher flood-risk zones — check the flood map for your specific street

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 6.9 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 22 GP surgeries within 2 miles

Name	Type	Distance
NORTHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
NORTHGATE MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
SEA CADET CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
SEA CADET CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
INVICTA HEALTH DGS HUBS	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
NORTHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
NORTHGATE MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
CANTERBURY HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
MOLONY	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
PSICON LTD RIGHT TO CHOOSE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
PSICON	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
PSICON NEURODEVELOPMENTAL LIFESPAN	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
PSICON IOW ADHD	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
LONDON ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
NEW DOVER ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
CANTERBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
CANTERBURY PRIMARY CARE NETWORKS HUB	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
EAST KENT BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
DMC COMMUNITY DERMATOLOGY SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
BMI CHAUCER HOSPITAL	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
CANTERBURY VACCINATION CENTRE - SEA CADET UNIT - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi