Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

KESTREL DRIVE, CT21 4DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KESTREL DRIVE, CT21 4DB.

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

358

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

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.

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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

CT21 4DB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 92% 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. Property prices are trending up 22.2% year-on-year.

home £261,622 median price shield Safety 10/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CT21 4DB is a safe, established residential area on Kestrel Drive, 0.6km from Palmarsh in Folkestone and Hythe. Administratively it sits within Hythe Rural ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.

For families considering a move, CT21 4DB represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £261k, up 22.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CT21 4DB are sourced from Output Area E00190204 (shared with 14 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 4DB. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian3.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 308,497

4 sales · Mean £ 324,009

Semi-Detached

£ 270,000

5 sales · Mean £ 259,397

Terraced

£ 228,997

2 sales · Mean £ 228,997

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

CT21 4DB has low crime rates — 11 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Palmarsh Primary School

Good184 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Palmarsh Garage0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Martello Pub0.1 km
  • Pens Kafe0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandling4.1 km
  • Westenhanger4.3 km
  • Folkestone West8.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Martello Lakes0.3 km
  • Martello Lakes0.3 km