CT21 4DR is a safe, established residential area on Summer Close, 0.2km from Orchard Valley in Hythe. Administratively it sits within Hythe Rural ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT21, CT21 4DR offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a mining and quarrying facilities character: industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 85% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.
Census 2021 statistics for CT21 4DR are sourced from Output Area E00124504 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SUMMER CLOSE, CT21 4DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUMMER CLOSE, CT21 4DR.
286
48
£ 34,000 /yr
48%
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
No single demographic signal dominates CT21 4DR — age 48, 85% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT21 4DR. The average age is 47.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 385,000
5 sales · Mean £ 376,000
Semi-Detached
£ 269,950
1 sales · Mean £ 269,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT21 4DR has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and possession of weapons. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Brockhill Park Performing Arts College
Hythe Bay CofE Primary School
Saltwood CofE Primary School
Palmarsh Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- BP Central - Motor Fuel Ltd0.9 km
- Brockhill Farm Shop0.9 km
- The Gem Newsagents0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Brockhill Country Park0.9 km
- Greenly Coffee Bar0.5 km
- RH&DR Hythe Coffee Shop0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chens Garden0.5 km
- Dabba - The Spice Pot0.9 km
- Flippers0.9 km
- Windy Hill0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandling1.8 km
- Westenhanger3.1 km
- Folkestone West6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Turnpike Hill0.2 km
- Turnpike Hill0.2 km
- Turnpike Hill0.2 km
- Turnpike Hill0.2 km
- Barrack Hill0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CT214DR · Data under Open Government Licence