CT8 is a postcode district in Thanet, South East, covering 215 active and 49 retired postcodes.
The largest share of CT8 (40%) is characterised by a retirement-heavy area, often including sheltered housing or care homes, alongside a transitioning industrial area — historically working class, gradually changing (14%). This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes CT8 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in CT8 are around £245k, down 11.4% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across CT8 at 236 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 45 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full CT8 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
CT8 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the CT8 postcode area.
7,871
45
£ 37,450 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 45, CT8 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £245k. Property prices are trending down 11.4% year-on-year.
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Demographic Deep-Dive
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Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
St Crispin's Community Primary Infant School
St Saviour's Church of England Junior School
Ursuline College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Best One
- Carlton Cinema
- Dadds Butchers
- Edward's
- J Prentis Greengrocers
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Bake & Alehouse
- Bar Only
- Ginger's
- The Swan by the Sea
- Westgate on Sea Social Club
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op - Westgate
- Station Superstore
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Beano Kebab
- Golden Palace
- New Friendly House
- Regency Tandoori
- Taj Mahal
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Beano Cafe
- D'arcys Catering Limited
- Finbars Restaurant
- Fredericks Cafe
- Hot Wood Pizza
- + 11 more
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Area Profile: CT8 · Data under Open Government Licence