Postcode Analysis Canterbury, South East

VICTORIA PARK, CT6 5BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICTORIA PARK, CT6 5BH.

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

258

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 32,800 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CT6 5BH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

CT6 5BH is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

CT6 5BH is a mixed residential area on Victoria Park, 0.7km from Herne Bay in Herne Bay. Administratively it sits within Heron ward and the North Thanet constituency.

CT6 5BH is a dynamic young family area with frequent movers and a mix of backgrounds. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 98 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £625k.

Census 2021 statistics for CT6 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00122275 (shared with 9 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 CT6 5BH. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.7%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 625,000

1 sales · Mean £ 625,000

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

Crime around CT6 5BH is above average at 98 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 offences216
Anti-social behaviour141
Shoplifting126
Criminal damage and arson65
Other theft36

school Local Schools

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Herne Bay Junior School

Good433 pupils0.3 km
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Herne Bay Infant School

Good310 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Boots The Chemist Ltd0.3 km
  • Boyces Bakery0.3 km
  • MFG Herne Bay0.2 km
  • Savers Health & Beauty0.3 km
  • The Tiny Sweet Shop0.2 km
  • + 20 more
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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Vivid Night Club0.3 km
  • Masonic Temple0.1 km
  • Herne Bay Angling Association0.5 km
  • Herne Bay Blind Club0.3 km
  • Cains Pier Arcade0.9 km
  • + 15 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

60 nearby
  • A Casa Mia0.3 km
  • Hudsons Smash & Brew0.3 km
  • The Chimney Pot0.2 km
  • The Kings Hall0.5 km
  • Grapevine0.8 km
  • + 55 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • The Cooperative Food Group Ltd0.2 km
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Morrisons0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

27 nearby
  • Bay Kebabs & Burgers0.3 km
  • Britannia Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Kirstys Krusts0.3 km
  • New Hong Kong Take Away0.2 km
  • Dre's Caribbean Kitchen0.7 km
  • + 22 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Aqua Bay Guest House0.6 km
  • Evening Tide0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Herne Bay1.2 km
  • Chestfield & Swalecliffe4.6 km
  • Whitstable7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Canterbury Road Corner0.2 km
  • Canterbury Road Corner0.2 km
  • Canterbury Road Corner0.2 km
  • Queen's Roundabout0.2 km
  • Queen's Roundabout0.2 km