Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

PADDLESWORTH LANE, CT18 7AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PADDLESWORTH LANE, CT18 7AH.

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

344

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 52,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CT18 7AH 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.

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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

CT18 7AH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

CT18 7AH is a safe, established residential area on Paddlesworth Lane, 0.3km from Elvington in Hawkinge. Administratively it sits within North Downs East ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.

For families considering a move, CT18 7AH represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CT18 7AH are sourced from Output Area E00171565 (shared with 10 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 CT18 7AH. 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

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian4.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

CT18 7AH has low crime rates — 15 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 offences13
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order4
Other theft3
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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The Churchill School

Good379 pupils1.0 km
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Hawkinge Primary School

Outstanding401 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Cat and Custard Pot0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Hawkinge House0.9 km
  • Battle of Britain Cafe0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Folkestone West3.2 km
  • Folkestone Central3.8 km
  • Folkestone3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Battle of Britain Museum0.4 km