Postcode Analysis Canterbury, South East

WATER MEADOWS, CT2 0BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATER MEADOWS, CT2 0BF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

373

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 45,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CT2 0BF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CT2 0BF combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£505k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £505k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CT2 0BF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Water Meadows, 0.2km from Fordwich in Sturry. Administratively it sits within Sturry ward and the Canterbury constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT2, CT2 0BF offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 86% 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 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £505k.

Census 2021 statistics for CT2 0BF are sourced from Output Area E00122413 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT2 0BF. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.7%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 453,000

9 sales · Mean £ 411,777

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CT2 0BF has low crime rates — 38 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.

Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson11
Public order5
Burglary4

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Sturry Church of England Primary School

Outstanding407 pupils1.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Fordwich Arms0.2 km
  • The George And Dragon0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sturry0.5 km
  • Canterbury3.7 km
  • Canterbury West3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Fordwich Road0.3 km
  • Fordwich Road0.3 km
  • Sturry Rail Station0.5 km
  • Sturry Rail Station0.5 km
  • Sturry Rail Station0.5 km