About Harbledown

Harbledown is a small village located in Kent, England, with the postcode area CT2. It is situated just to the east of Canterbury, making it easily accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding region. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, including a few shops and a pub, contributing to its community feel. The area is known for its proximity to historical sites, including the nearby Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Harbledown also offers access to various walking paths that lead into the Kent countryside, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is served by local transport links, which connect it to Canterbury and other nearby towns, making it a convenient base for visitors exploring Kent.

School Ratings in Harbledown

Harbledown is served by 50 schools. Riverside Children's Centre (Canterbury) and Blean Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Harbledown

Property prices average £362K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £332K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Harbledown

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Harbledown, with 125 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Harbledown

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Harbledown falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Harbledown

Most properties in Harbledown can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,354 sales

Average Price £362K
£2K — £5.5M
Detached £534K 704
Semi £332K 1,100
Terraced £321K 965
Flat £211K 493

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary
9 Secondary
22 Other
St Edmund's School Canterbury 0.4 miles The Canterbury Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Bemix Good 0.5 miles The Canterbury Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Kent College (Canterbury) 0.6 miles Kent College International Study Centre 0.6 miles Kent College Nursery, Infant and Junior School 0.7 miles St Peter's Methodist Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles The Archbishop's School Secondary Good 0.8 miles St Stephen's Infant School Primary Good 0.9 miles Haven Nook Good 0.9 miles St Stephen's Junior School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Harbledown IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Harbledown in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,219 Children (0-15) 15%
40,145 Working Age 66%
14,485 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Harbledown 674 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Harbledown is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

223 Violence & Sexual Offences
125 Anti-Social Behaviour
70 Shoplifting
64 Criminal Damage & Arson
41 Other Theft
40 Drugs
28 Public Order
19 Burglary
18 Other Crime
17 Vehicle Crime
9 Bicycle Theft
8 Weapons
6 Robbery
6 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Kent Blean Forest
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Canterbury West Train Station 0.7 miles
Canterbury East Train Station 1 miles
Chartham Train Station 2.7 miles
Sturry Train Station 3 miles
Bekesbourne Train Station 3.8 miles
Chilham Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hales Place 0.9 miles Rough Common 0.9 miles Canterbury 0.9 miles Upper Harbledown 1.2 miles Thanington 1.2 miles Tyler Hill 1.4 miles Blean 1.4 miles Chartham Hatch 2.2 miles Honey Hill 2.2 miles Horton 2.2 miles Broad Oak 2.6 miles Denstroude 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Canterbury
County Kent
Ward Sturry
Constituency Canterbury
Parish Sturry
Region South East

Streets in CT2 30 shown View all streets

A2050 2 A28 4 A290 1 Abbey Gardens 2 Ambleside Place 1 Ancress Close 1 Ashendene Grove 1 Ayrshire Court 1 Babs Oak Hill 2 Badger Crescent 2 Badgers Close 1 Bakers Close 1 Barnet's Lane 2 Barton Mill Court 2 Bawden Close 1 Beaconsfield Road 4 Becket Avenue 1 Becket Mews 1 Beecroft Close 2 Beverley Road 2 Bicknor Close 2 Birchwood Walk 2 Bishops Way 5 Blean Common 6 Blean Hill 1 Blengate Close 1 Bluebell Wood 2 Bourne Lodge Close 1 Bournes Close 1 Brabourne Close 1

Postcodes in CT2 50 shown View all postcodes

CT2 0AA CT2 0AB CT2 0AD CT2 0AE CT2 0AF CT2 0AG CT2 0AH CT2 0AJ CT2 0AL CT2 0AN CT2 0AP CT2 0AQ CT2 0AR CT2 0AS CT2 0AU CT2 0AW CT2 0AX CT2 0AY CT2 0AZ CT2 0BA CT2 0BB CT2 0BD CT2 0BE CT2 0BF CT2 0BG CT2 0BH CT2 0BJ CT2 0BL CT2 0BN CT2 0BQ CT2 0BT CT2 0BU CT2 0BW CT2 0BX CT2 0BY CT2 0BZ CT2 0DA CT2 0DB CT2 0DD CT2 0DE CT2 0DG CT2 0DH CT2 0DJ CT2 0DL CT2 0DN CT2 0DP CT2 0DQ CT2 0DR CT2 0DU CT2 0DW