CT20 1AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Folkestone in Folkestone. Administratively it sits within Folkestone Harbour ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 73 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CT20 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00124381 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CT20 1AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CT20 1AW.
335
36
£ 38,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CT20 1AW is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT20 1AW. The average age is 36.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CT20 1AW is moderate at 73 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
Folkestone, St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Folkestone St. Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
Martello Primary
Castle Hill Community Primary School
Mundella Primary School
St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School
Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone
Stella Maris Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
72 nearby- Three Hills Sports Park0.9 km
- Asda Cafe0.9 km
- Burger King0.9 km
- Folkestone Beacon Plus0.8 km
- KFC1.0 km
- + 67 more
Retailers - Other
45 nearby- 7 Days Mini Mart1.0 km
- Bouverie News0.9 km
- British Heart Foundation1.0 km
- Broadmead Road Stores0.8 km
- Folkestone Butchers1.0 km
- + 40 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Granada Guest House1.0 km
- Rob Roy Guest House0.5 km
- Gran Canaria Hotel0.8 km
- Grand Burstin Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
40 nearby- Foco Club0.7 km
- Red Cow0.7 km
- Eastcliff Tavern0.1 km
- Mariner0.4 km
- The Lifeboat0.3 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Asda Stores0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- Lidl0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
44 nearby- Authentic Kebab0.7 km
- Folkestone Charcoal Grill0.8 km
- Golden Wing0.8 km
- Spice Corner0.7 km
- Subway0.9 km
- + 39 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Folkestone Harbour0.8 km
- Folkestone Central1.4 km
- Folkestone1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Ryland Place0.1 km
- Radnor Bridge0.1 km
- Grove Road0.2 km
- Radnor Bridge0.2 km
- London Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CT201AW · Data under Open Government Licence