CT21 4BB is a sought-after residential area on Dark Lane, 0.5km from Orchard Valley in Hythe. Administratively it sits within Hythe ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT21, CT21 4BB offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The 60 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 91% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CT21 4BB are sourced from Output Area E00124477 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DARK LANE, CT21 4BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARK LANE, CT21 4BB.
275
60
£ 53,300 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 60, 91% owned. CT21 4BB is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT21 4BB. The average age is 60.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT21 4BB has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Brockhill Park Performing Arts College
Saltwood CofE Primary School
Hythe Bay CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Best One1.0 km
- R A J Smith Butchers0.9 km
- Sweet Memories of Hythe1.0 km
- Terry & Kent Newsagent0.9 km
- U Weigh1.0 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Old Post Office Guesthouse0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Globe Inn0.9 km
- Remedies0.9 km
- Sunshine BBQ Wine Bar1.0 km
- Castle Hotel0.6 km
- Red Lion Hotel0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Everest Inn0.9 km
- Ivy's of Hythe0.9 km
- Lashings Cafe0.9 km
- Mit Milch0.9 km
- Nincomsoup0.9 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Aldi0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Golden Bowl0.9 km
- Chens Garden0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandling1.6 km
- Westenhanger3.1 km
- Folkestone West5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Harpswood Lane0.3 km
- Harpswood Lane0.3 km
- Turnpike Hill0.3 km
- Turnpike Hill0.3 km
- Barrack Hill0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CT214BB · Data under Open Government Licence