CT6 5DE is a mixed residential area on Canterbury Road, 0.8km from Herne Bay in Herne Bay. Administratively it sits within Heron ward and the North Thanet constituency.
For families considering a move, CT6 5DE represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £420k.
Census 2021 statistics for CT6 5DE are sourced from Output Area E00122246 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CANTERBURY ROAD, CT6 5DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANTERBURY ROAD, CT6 5DE.
320
41
£ 32,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT6 5DE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
CT6 5DE is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT6 5DE. The average age is 41.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 420,000
1 sales · Mean £ 420,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CT6 5DE is moderate at 69 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
Herne Bay Junior School
Herne Bay Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Boots The Chemist Ltd0.4 km
- Boyces Bakery0.4 km
- MFG Herne Bay0.1 km
- Savers Health & Beauty0.4 km
- The Tiny Sweet Shop0.4 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- Vivid Night Club0.4 km
- Masonic Temple0.1 km
- Herne Bay Angling Association0.6 km
- Herne Bay Blind Club0.3 km
- Cains Pier Arcade1.0 km
- + 15 more
Restaurant, Cafe
60 nearby- A Casa Mia0.4 km
- Hudsons Smash & Brew0.4 km
- The Chimney Pot0.3 km
- The Kings Hall0.5 km
- Grapevine0.9 km
- + 55 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.1 km
- The Cooperative Food Group Ltd0.4 km
- Aldi0.5 km
- Morrisons0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
26 nearby- Bay Kebabs & Burgers0.4 km
- Britannia Fish Bar0.4 km
- Kirstys Krusts0.4 km
- New Hong Kong Take Away0.4 km
- Dre's Caribbean Kitchen0.8 km
- + 21 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Aqua Bay Guest House0.7 km
- Evening Tide0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Herne Bay1.1 km
- Chestfield & Swalecliffe4.6 km
- Whitstable7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Queen's Roundabout0.1 km
- Queen's Roundabout0.1 km
- Queen's Roundabout south0.1 km
- Queens Court Flats0.1 km
- Queen's Roundabout south0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CT65DE · Data under Open Government Licence