Postcode Analysis Canterbury, South East

FORGE CLOSE, CT2 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORGE CLOSE, CT2 0BQ.

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

506

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 45,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CT2 0BQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 36, CT2 0BQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £340k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

CT2 0BQ is a safe, established residential area on Forge Close, 0.1km from Sturry in Sturry. Administratively it sits within Sturry ward and the Canterbury constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k.

Census 2021 statistics for CT2 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00122415 (shared with 27 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 0BQ. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.5%
Asian / British Asian7.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 340,000

4 sales · Mean £ 327,500

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

CT2 0BQ has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting25
Violence and sexual offences22
Anti-social behaviour17
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft7

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Sturry Church of England Primary School

Outstanding407 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Fordwich Arms0.6 km
  • The George And Dragon0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Broad Oak Farm Shop0.7 km
  • The Butcher Of Brogdale0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sturry0.1 km
  • Canterbury3.8 km
  • Canterbury West3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Sturry Rail Station0.1 km
  • Sturry Rail Station0.1 km
  • Sturry Rail Station0.1 km
  • Sturry Rail Station0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.1 km