CT21 4BZ is a sought-after residential area on Barrack Hill, 0.3km from Orchard Valley in Hythe. Administratively it sits within Hythe ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT21, CT21 4BZ offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The 60 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 91% 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 CT21 4BZ are sourced from Output Area E00124477 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARRACK HILL, CT21 4BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRACK HILL, CT21 4BZ.
275
60
£ 53,300 /yr
30%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 60, 91% owned. CT21 4BZ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT21 4BZ. The average age is 60.0. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT21 4BZ has low crime rates — 32 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 Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Hythe Bay CofE Primary School
Saltwood CofE Primary School
Brockhill Park Performing Arts College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Austins Newsagents0.9 km
- Bank Street News & Deli0.7 km
- Best One0.7 km
- Chocolate Deli0.8 km
- Hythe Butchers0.9 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Old Post Office Guesthouse0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Coaching Inn0.7 km
- Globe Inn0.6 km
- Hope Inn0.9 km
- Hythe Albion Club0.9 km
- Hythe Club1.0 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Brooks Tearooms0.9 km
- Cafe Bellagio0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Everest Inn0.6 km
- Gingers Kitchen0.7 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland0.6 km
- Aldi0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Golden Bowl0.6 km
- Park Road Fish Bar0.9 km
- Chens Garden0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandling2.0 km
- Westenhanger3.5 km
- Folkestone West5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Sir John Moore Avenue0.1 km
- Barrack Hill0.1 km
- Hythe Light Railway Station0.1 km
- Hythe Light Railway Station0.1 km
- Barrack Hill0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CT214BZ · Data under Open Government Licence