CT3 1DS is a safe, established residential area on Park Lane, 1.2km from White's Hill in Preston (Dover). Administratively it sits within Little Stour & Ashstone ward and the South Thanet constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT3, CT3 1DS offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £328k.
Census 2021 statistics for CT3 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00122894 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARK LANE, CT3 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK LANE, CT3 1DS.
585
41
£ 49,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT3 1DS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
CT3 1DS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £328k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT3 1DS. The average age is 40.7. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
2 sales · Mean £ 280,000
Detached
£ 447,500
1 sales · Mean £ 447,500
Terraced
£ 305,000
1 sales · Mean £ 305,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CT3 1DS has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Preston Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Extended School Care, B/ASC0.6 km
- Half Moon And Seven Stars Public House0.6 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Preston Village Stores0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Preston Gardens and Coppers0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Adisham6.8 km
- Sturry7.0 km
- Minster7.4 km
Bus Stops
- The Forstal0.3 km
- The Forstal0.3 km
- Court Lane0.3 km
- Court Lane0.3 km
- The Green0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CT31DS · Data under Open Government Licence