Cost of Living in CT3
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CT3 at a glance
Postcode district (CT3)Figures describe the CT3 postcode district as a whole — a guide to the area, not a valuation of any one home. Prices from HM Land Registry; council tax is an estimate (verify your exact band below). 2026/27 estimate using the Dover average Band D rate published by MHCLG and an estimated band. Parish charges, discounts and premiums can change your bill.
House prices in CT3
Postcode district (CT3)Median sale price over the last five years by property type, with how each compares to the national median.
| Property type | Median price | Sales (5y) | vs national |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £490,000 | 590 | +£75k |
| Semi-detached | £305,000 | 513 | +£45k |
| Terraced | £260,000 | 447 | +£40k |
| Flat | £150,000 | 134 | −£80k |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (OGL v3.0).
Council tax in CT3
Council-tax band is an estimate, not a verified per-address figure. Check the exact band on GOV.UK.
Affordability & area context
Postcode district (CT3)CT3 sits at an average deprivation decile of 5.2 out of 10 (around the English average for deprivation), based on the 18 neighbourhoods (LSOAs) it covers in the English Indices of Deprivation 2025. Homes here typically sell for 26% more than the national median.