Postcode Analysis Thanet, South East

FRANCIS CLOSE, CT12 5JQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRANCIS CLOSE, CT12 5JQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

298

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 40,100 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CT12 5JQ spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CT12 5JQ is a sought-after residential area on Francis Close, 0.2km from Cliffsend in Cliffs End. Administratively it sits within Cliffsend and Pegwell ward and the South Thanet constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT12, CT12 5JQ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k.

Census 2021 statistics for CT12 5JQ are sourced from Output Area E00125124 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT12 5JQ. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 365,000

1 sales · Mean £ 365,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CT12 5JQ has low crime rates — 41 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences28
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson7
Vehicle crime7
Drugs4

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Pegwell Bay Service Station0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • St Augustines Golf Club0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ramsgate3.2 km
  • Minster3.3 km
  • Dumpton Park4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.2 km
  • Post Office0.2 km
  • The Sportsman0.2 km
  • The Sportsman0.3 km