CT4 7BW is a sought-after residential area on Ealham Close, 1.1km from Martyrs Field in Canterbury. Administratively it sits within Barton ward and the Canterbury constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT4, CT4 7BW offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £702k. 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 CT4 7BW are sourced from Output Area E00122095 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EALHAM CLOSE, CT4 7BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EALHAM CLOSE, CT4 7BW.
416
42
£ 53,700 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT4 7BW 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CT4 7BW combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£702k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £702k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT4 7BW. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 640,000
5 sales · Mean £ 663,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT4 7BW has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School
St Anselm's Catholic School, Canterbury
St Nicholas' School
The Orchard School
Pilgrims' Way Primary School
Barton Manor School
Barton Court Grammar School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Canterbury Bowling Club0.5 km
- The Phoenix1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- 2gether Support Solutions0.2 km
- Oriole At The Lime Tree0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Barton Post Office Stores0.8 km
- League Of Friends Shop0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Canterbury Youth Hostel0.8 km
- Ebury Hotel0.9 km
- Abbots Barton Hotel0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Canterbury1.2 km
- Canterbury East1.5 km
- Canterbury West2.4 km
Bus Stops
- The Gap0.2 km
- The Gap0.2 km
- Outpatients Department0.3 km
- 1937 Building0.3 km
- Hospital0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CT47BW · Data under Open Government Licence