CT17 9NR is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Clarendon in Dover. Administratively it sits within Maxton & Elms Vale ward and the Dover constituency.
For families considering a move, CT17 9NR represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for CT17 9NR are sourced from Output Area E00122920 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CT17 9NR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CT17 9NR.
305
41
£ 39,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT17 9NR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CT17 9NR is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT17 9NR. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT17 9NR has low crime rates — 46 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
Vale View Community School
Priory Fields School
Astor Secondary School
St Martin's School
Dover Grammar School for Boys
White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School
Dover Grammar School for Girls
Barton Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Dover Roasting Board1.0 km
- Calcutta Port0.9 km
- Momo Hub Ltd0.9 km
- OAKLEYS1.0 km
- Thong Dees Thai1.0 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Peckish Rotisserie Chicken1.0 km
- Greggs Bakers1.0 km
- Pizza Pronto1.0 km
- Turkish BBQ & Marina Mexican0.9 km
- Turkish Delight0.9 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Dover Food & Wine0.9 km
- Nirja Convenience Store0.4 km
- Saveon Supermarket0.9 km
- Tower Hamlets Stores0.5 km
- West Street Mini Market0.6 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Dewdrop Inn0.6 km
- Dover Sea Angling Club0.9 km
- Prince Albert Public House1.0 km
- The Fleurs1.0 km
- Priory Hotel0.6 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Dover's Restover Guest House0.8 km
- Hotel Alma & Cafe Express0.8 km
- Norman Guest House0.8 km
- St Albans Guest House0.8 km
- Clare House0.2 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Asda1.0 km
- Farmfoods1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dover Priory0.6 km
- Dover1.4 km
- Kearsney3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Elms Vale Junction0.1 km
- Belgrave Road0.1 km
- Vale View Road0.1 km
- Elms Vale Junction0.2 km
- Vale View Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CT179NR · Data under Open Government Licence