CT8 8AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hockeredge Gardens, 0.6km from Dent de Lion in Margate. Administratively it sits within Westbrook ward and the North Thanet constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT8, CT8 8AN offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £352k.
Census 2021 statistics for CT8 8AN are sourced from Output Area E00125431 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOCKEREDGE GARDENS, CT8 8AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOCKEREDGE GARDENS, CT8 8AN.
356
49
£ 41,700 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT8 8AN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
CT8 8AN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 80% 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 CT8 8AN. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 317,000
6 sales · Mean £ 314,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT8 8AN has low crime rates — 31 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.
school Local Schools
St Crispin's Community Primary Infant School
St Saviour's Church of England Junior School
Garlinge Primary School and Nursery
Ursuline College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Best One0.6 km
- Carlton Cinema0.6 km
- Dadds Butchers0.6 km
- Edward's0.5 km
- J Prentis Greengrocers0.4 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Bake & Alehouse0.6 km
- Ginger's0.5 km
- The Swan by the Sea0.8 km
- Westgate United Services Club0.6 km
- The Hussar0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Beano Cafe0.4 km
- Fredericks Cafe0.6 km
- Hot Wood Pizza0.4 km
- Julias0.6 km
- Little Brown Fairy Cake0.4 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op - Westgate0.4 km
- Station Superstore0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Beano Kebab0.4 km
- Golden Palace0.7 km
- Regency Tandoori0.4 km
- Taj Mahal0.7 km
- Westgate Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Westgate-On-Sea0.5 km
- Margate1.9 km
- Birchington-On-Sea3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Walmer Castle0.2 km
- Walmer Castle0.2 km
- Norman Road0.2 km
- Norman Road0.2 km
- St James' Park Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CT88AN · Data under Open Government Licence