CT1 1AR is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.8km from St Martin's in Canterbury. Administratively it sits within Barton ward and the Canterbury constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CT1 1AR is members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The predominance of young residents (average age 25) gives the area its energy — expect active social scenes, short tenancies, and regular neighbourhood turnover. 34% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 43% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Canterbury.
Safety: Crime rates are high (164 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 CT1 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00190200 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CT1 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CT1 1AR.
453
25
£ 38,800 /yr
41%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CT1 1AR spans multiple life stages — average age 25, moderate ownership and renting. 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 CT1 1AR. The average age is 25.2. 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 notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near CT1 1AR are high at 164 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
Barton Manor School
Parkside Community Primary School
Pilgrims' Way Primary School
Barton Court Grammar School
St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Canterbury
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Carols0.1 km
- Eurest C/o Royal Mail1.0 km
- Coffee Stop1.0 km
- Canterbury Golf Club Ltd0.4 km
- ISS Facility Services St Martins Hospital0.4 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Mayflowers0.6 km
- Ocean Fish Bar0.6 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Londis - Spring Lane Stores0.6 km
- St Martins Post Office0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Prince Of Wales Youth Club1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Canterbury1.5 km
- Canterbury East2.3 km
- Canterbury West2.3 km
Bus Stops
- St Martin's Hospital0.3 km
- St Martin's Hospital0.3 km
- Golf Club0.3 km
- Golf Club0.4 km
- Avon Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CT11AR · Data under Open Government Licence