CT1 1BY is an up-and-coming urban area located 1.0km from St Martin's in Canterbury. Administratively it sits within Northgate ward and the Canterbury constituency.
For renters and young professionals, CT1 1BY offers a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. By day, the area transitions to a low density wholesale and retail character: low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At just 23 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Canterbury.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 113 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for CT1 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00190166 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CT1 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CT1 1BY.
595
23
£ 38,800 /yr
14%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT1 1BY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines CT1 1BY — 47% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT1 1BY. The average age is 23.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CT1 1BY is above average at 113 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Canterbury
St Johns Church of England Primary School
Parkside Community Primary School
St Stephen's Junior School
St Stephen's Infant School
Barton Court Grammar School
St Peter's Methodist Primary School
The Archbishop's School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Barrister And Barista0.7 km
- Compass Group0.4 km
- KFC Restaurant0.9 km
- Chingah Habesha Restaurant1.0 km
- Northgate Cafè & Snacks Bar0.9 km
- + 12 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Aavantee UK Ltd0.6 km
- Greggs0.2 km
- Gurkha Shop0.7 km
- Mole Countrystores0.6 km
- Nellary Fuels Ltd0.5 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Harriet House B&B0.8 km
- St Stephens Guest House0.8 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi Food Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Asda Stores Limited0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Lidl0.2 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Parrot1.0 km
- Prince Of Wales Youth Club0.3 km
- Penny Theatre /88th Street /Value Mighty / Sin City Burger0.7 km
- The Thomas Tallis0.8 km
- Millers Arms0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Efes Kebab House0.7 km
- Direct Pizza Ltd0.7 km
- Tops Pizza0.3 km
- Best Kebab And Pizza Time0.7 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.2 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Canterbury West1.4 km
- Canterbury1.5 km
- Canterbury East1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Howe Barracks0.0 km
- Brymore Road0.1 km
- Brymore Close0.1 km
- Asda0.2 km
- Honeywood Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CT11BY · Data under Open Government Licence