CT2 0BJ is a safe, established residential area on Forge Close, 0.1km from Sturry in Sturry. Administratively it sits within Sturry ward and the Canterbury constituency.
For families considering a move, CT2 0BJ represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
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 £280k.
Census 2021 statistics for CT2 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00122415 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORGE CLOSE, CT2 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORGE CLOSE, CT2 0BJ.
506
36
£ 45,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT2 0BJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 36, CT2 0BJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT2 0BJ. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
3 sales · Mean £ 275,266
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT2 0BJ has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Sturry Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Fordwich Arms0.5 km
- The George And Dragon0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Broad Oak Farm Shop0.8 km
- The Butcher Of Brogdale0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sturry0.1 km
- Canterbury3.8 km
- Canterbury West3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Fordwich Road0.1 km
- Sturry Rail Station0.1 km
- Sturry Rail Station0.1 km
- Sturry Rail Station0.1 km
- Sturry Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CT20BJ · Data under Open Government Licence