When you step back and look at how Britain lives, an interesting picture emerges.
Across the UK, just over a quarter of homes are terraced or town houses at 27.7%, closely followed by semi-detached homes at 24.6%. Flats account for 22%, while detached homes make up 17.9%, with bungalows sitting at 7.7%.
On the surface, it feels fairly balanced. In reality, every town and city market tells its own story.
Because what happens nationally and what happens in Ashford are often two very different things.
The mix of homes in a town or city shapes everything. It influences who moves in, how long people stay, price growth, and even how quickly homes sell. A town with more semis behaves very differently to one dominated by flats or terraces.
That is why understanding your local property mix is so important if you are thinking of moving. It is not just about price. It is about knowing the type of market you are stepping into.
The national averages give context. The local numbers give clarity.
And in Ashford, the detail is where the real insight sits.
