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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
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
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- The Sandwich Shack
- The St Mildred's Bay
- West Bay Cafe
- Beano Cafe
- D'arcys Catering Limited
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Beano Kebab
- Golden Palace
- New Friendly House
- Regency Tandoori
- Taj Mahal
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Bake & Alehouse
- Bar Only
- Ginger's
- The Swan by the Sea
- Westgate on Sea Social Club
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Staple Stores
- The Corkscrew Off Licence
- Best One
- Carlton Cinema
- Dadds Butchers
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op - Westgate
- Station Superstore
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Area Profile: CT8 · Data under Open Government Licence