CT18 7AF is a safe, established residential area on Elvington Lane, 0.4km from Gibraltar in Hawkinge. Administratively it sits within North Downs East ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT18, CT18 7AF offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £582k, up 255.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CT18 7AF are sourced from Output Area E00171565 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELVINGTON LANE, CT18 7AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELVINGTON LANE, CT18 7AF.
344
39
£ 52,700 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT18 7AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CT18 7AF combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£582k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £582k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 255.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT18 7AF. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 940,000
3 sales · Mean £ 833,333
Terraced
£ 225,000
2 sales · Mean £ 225,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT18 7AF has low crime rates — 28 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.
school Local Schools
The Churchill School
Hawkinge Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Hawkinge Convenience Store0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Mayfly1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Hawkinge House0.8 km
- Battle of Britain Cafe0.5 km
- Spitfire Brunch Box0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Folkestone West3.0 km
- Folkestone Central3.5 km
- Folkestone3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Battle of Britain Museum0.3 km
- Atkinson Road0.4 km
- Proctor Walk0.4 km
- Honner Close0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CT187AF · Data under Open Government Licence