CT6 5EZ is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.5km 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 5EZ has the character of a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 128 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 5EZ are sourced from Output Area E00122259 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CT6 5EZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CT6 5EZ.
240
44
£ 32,800 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CT6 5EZ is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. 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 5EZ. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CT6 5EZ is above average at 128 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 Junior School
Herne Bay Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Boots The Chemist Ltd0.1 km
- Boyces Bakery0.0 km
- MFG Herne Bay0.4 km
- Savers Health & Beauty0.0 km
- The Tiny Sweet Shop0.1 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Vivid Night Club0.1 km
- Masonic Temple0.4 km
- Herne Bay Angling Association0.2 km
- Herne Bay Blind Club0.3 km
- Cains Pier Arcade0.8 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
62 nearby- A Casa Mia0.1 km
- Hudsons Smash & Brew0.0 km
- The Chimney Pot0.1 km
- The Kings Hall0.6 km
- Grapevine0.7 km
- + 57 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
- The Cooperative Food Group Ltd0.1 km
- Aldi0.4 km
- Morrisons0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Bay Kebabs & Burgers0.1 km
- Britannia Fish Bar0.1 km
- Kirstys Krusts0.1 km
- New Hong Kong Take Away0.1 km
- Dre's Caribbean Kitchen0.6 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Aqua Bay Guest House0.4 km
- Evening Tide0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Herne Bay1.2 km
- Chestfield & Swalecliffe4.6 km
- Whitstable6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Fire Station0.1 km
- Fire Station0.1 km
- Canterbury Road Corner0.1 km
- Canterbury Road Corner0.2 km
- Canterbury Road Corner0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CT65EZ · Data under Open Government Licence