Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

BARRACK HILL, CT21 4BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRACK HILL, CT21 4BZ.

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Population

275

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Avg Age

60

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Avg Income

£ 53,300 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Average age 60, 91% owned. CT21 4BZ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CT21 4BZ is a sought-after residential area on Barrack Hill, 0.3km 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 4BZ 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 32 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 4BZ are sourced from Output Area E00124477 (shared with 8 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 CT21 4BZ. 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

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 2%
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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 4BZ has low crime rates — 32 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 offences41
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson14
Burglary8
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Good0.5 km
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Hythe Bay CofE Primary School

Good315 pupils0.6 km
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Saltwood CofE Primary School

Good216 pupils1.1 km
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Brockhill Park Performing Arts College

Good1355 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Austins Newsagents0.9 km
  • Bank Street News & Deli0.7 km
  • Best One0.7 km
  • Chocolate Deli0.8 km
  • Hythe Butchers0.9 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Old Post Office Guesthouse0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Coaching Inn0.7 km
  • Globe Inn0.6 km
  • Hope Inn0.9 km
  • Hythe Albion Club0.9 km
  • Hythe Club1.0 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • Brooks Tearooms0.9 km
  • Cafe Bellagio0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Everest Inn0.6 km
  • Gingers Kitchen0.7 km
  • + 18 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Iceland0.6 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Golden Bowl0.6 km
  • Park Road Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Chens Garden0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandling2.0 km
  • Westenhanger3.5 km
  • Folkestone West5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Sir John Moore Avenue0.1 km
  • Barrack Hill0.1 km
  • Hythe Light Railway Station0.1 km
  • Hythe Light Railway Station0.1 km
  • Barrack Hill0.1 km