CT4 8DG is a safe, established residential area on Mountain Street, 0.4km from Chilham in Ashford. Administratively it sits within Downs North ward and the Ashford constituency.
For families considering a move, CT4 8DG represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for CT4 8DG are sourced from Output Area E00121788 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOUNTAIN STREET, CT4 8DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNTAIN STREET, CT4 8DG.
313
43
£ 50,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT4 8DG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
CT4 8DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 78% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT4 8DG. The average age is 43.4. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT4 8DG has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Chilham, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- G R Higgs & Son1.0 km
- Valentins Artisan Bakery Ltd0.8 km
- G R Higgs & Son0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Woolpack Inn0.3 km
- The White Horse0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Ri's Tearoom0.6 km
- Badgers Hill Farm Ltd0.6 km
- Church Mouse0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chilham0.8 km
- Chartham4.1 km
- Selling4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Felborough Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CT48DG · Data under Open Government Licence