CT6 5DD is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.4km from Herne Bay in Herne Bay. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Heron ward and the North Thanet constituency.
Day-to-day life in CT6 5DD has the character of a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. Average age 63 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 112 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CT6 5DD are sourced from Output Area E00122255 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CT6 5DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CT6 5DD.
239
63
£ 32,800 /yr
25%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT6 5DD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 76% owner-occupation and an average age of 63, CT6 5DD is established retirement territory. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT6 5DD. The average age is 62.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CT6 5DD is above average at 112 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.
school Local Schools
Herne Bay Infant School
Herne Bay Junior School
Herne Bay High School
Hampton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Boots The Chemist Ltd0.4 km
- Boyces Bakery0.5 km
- MFG Herne Bay0.5 km
- Savers Health & Beauty0.5 km
- The Tiny Sweet Shop0.6 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Vivid Night Club0.4 km
- Masonic Temple0.6 km
- Herne Bay Angling Association0.4 km
- Herne Bay Blind Club0.3 km
- Cains Pier Arcade0.4 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
64 nearby- A Casa Mia0.4 km
- Hudsons Smash & Brew0.5 km
- The Chimney Pot0.5 km
- Grapevine0.3 km
- Benitas Cafe0.4 km
- + 59 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- The Cooperative Food Group Ltd0.6 km
- Aldi0.1 km
- Morrisons0.1 km
- Tesco0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Bay Kebabs & Burgers0.4 km
- Britannia Fish Bar0.4 km
- Kirstys Krusts0.4 km
- New Hong Kong Take Away0.4 km
- Dre's Caribbean Kitchen0.3 km
- + 24 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Lazy Daze0.6 km
- Aqua Bay Guest House0.3 km
- Evening Tide0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Herne Bay0.7 km
- Chestfield & Swalecliffe4.1 km
- Whitstable6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Richmond Street0.2 km
- Richmond Street0.2 km
- Station Road Corner0.3 km
- Library0.3 km
- Station Road Corner0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CT65DD · Data under Open Government Licence