CT10 3LR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Capel Close, 0.4km from Kingsgate in Broadstairs. Administratively it sits within Kingsgate ward and the South Thanet constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT10, CT10 3LR offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 94% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £487k.
Census 2021 statistics for CT10 3LR are sourced from Output Area E00125247 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAPEL CLOSE, CT10 3LR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAPEL CLOSE, CT10 3LR.
290
59
£ 43,700 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CT10 3LR is a settled retirement community — average age 59, 94% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £487k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT10 3LR. The average age is 58.6. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 500,000
5 sales · Mean £ 482,400
Semi-Detached
£ 366,250
6 sales · Mean £ 376,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT10 3LR has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Palm Bay Primary School
Callis Grange Nursery and Infant School
St Peter-in-Thanet CofE Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Kingsgate Newsagents0.3 km
- Premier Convenience Store0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The 19th Hole0.4 km
- The Laughing Barrel0.7 km
- The White Swan0.9 km
- Botany Bay Hotel0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Joss Bay Cafe0.8 km
- Taddys Barn0.5 km
- Staple0.9 km
- Botany Bay Beach Kiosk0.7 km
- Golf Club Restaurant0.6 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Lotus Garden0.7 km
- Palm Bay Fish Bar0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Broadstairs2.4 km
- Dumpton Park4.1 km
- Margate4.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Nineteenth Hole0.3 km
- The Nineteenth Hole0.4 km
- Hadlow Drive0.4 km
- Maple Close0.5 km
- Maple Close0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CT103LR · Data under Open Government Licence