CT17 9PL is a sought-after residential area on Elms Vale Road, 0.1km from Elms Vale in Dover. Administratively it sits within Maxton & Elms Vale ward and the Dover constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT17, CT17 9PL offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £299k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CT17 9PL are sourced from Output Area E00122915 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELMS VALE ROAD, CT17 9PL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMS VALE ROAD, CT17 9PL.
338
43
£ 46,700 /yr
52%
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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CT17 9PL's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £299k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT17 9PL. The average age is 43.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 443,000
1 sales · Mean £ 443,000
Semi-Detached
£ 235,000
7 sales · Mean £ 234,285
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT17 9PL has low crime rates — 23 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 Martin's School
Astor Secondary School
Vale View Community School
Dover Grammar School for Boys
Priory Fields School
Elms School
White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School
Aycliffe Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Nirja Convenience Store0.7 km
- Tower Hamlets Stores0.9 km
- Best One Express1.0 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Little India0.3 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Dewdrop Inn1.0 km
- Boars Head0.3 km
- Crown and Sceptre0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Coombes Kitchen0.8 km
- One Church Dover0.7 km
- St Radigunds Community Centre0.8 km
- Co-op0.5 km
- CAWCA community cafe0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Clare House0.7 km
- Longfield Guest House0.6 km
- Sandown0.6 km
- Westbank Guest House0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Golden Grill Fish Bar0.9 km
- Kong Sing0.4 km
- Oasis Chinese Take-Away0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dover Priory1.1 km
- Dover1.9 km
- Kearsney3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Kings Road0.1 km
- Elms Vale Road0.1 km
- Kings Road0.1 km
- Elms Vale Road0.1 km
- Boars Head0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CT179PL · Data under Open Government Licence