Is CT6 6BE a safe place to live?

Yes, CT6 6BE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 10 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CT6 6BE?

The average property price in CT6 6BE is currently around £432k.

What is the population of CT6 6BE?

The population for the CT6 6BE area is approximately 362 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Canterbury, South East

MARITIME AVENUE, CT6 6BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARITIME AVENUE, CT6 6BE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

362

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,100 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10

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8/10

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4/10

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4/10

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1/10

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6/10

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8/10

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10/10

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3/10

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Area Character

CT6 6BE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 95% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CT6 6BE is a sought-after residential area on Maritime Avenue, 0.7km from Beltinge in Herne Bay. Administratively it sits within Beltinge ward and the North Thanet constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT6, CT6 6BE offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 95% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £432k.

Census 2021 statistics for CT6 6BE are sourced from Output Area E00122323 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT6 6BE. The average age is 53.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%

Asian / British Asian1.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

35%Active

FT: 25%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 402,500

10 sales · Mean £ 415,500

Semi-Detached

£ 355,000

1 sales · Mean £ 355,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CT6 6BE has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences17

Anti-social behaviour7

Criminal damage and arson5

Other theft4

Other crime2

school Local Schools

Herne Bay Junior School

Good433 pupils1.5 km

Herne Bay Infant School

Good310 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Ajay Convenience Store0.7 km
Post Office Stores0.9 km
Argos Ltd0.4 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Age UK0.2 km
Herne Bay Table Table0.5 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Co-Op0.7 km
Sainsburys0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Beltinge Fish Bar0.6 km
Jon Le0.5 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Rising Sun0.4 km
The Copper Pottle0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Herne Bay2.2 km
Chestfield & Swalecliffe5.7 km
Sturry7.5 km

Bus Stops

Baptist Church0.1 km
Baptist Church0.1 km
Hilary Close0.2 km
Hilary Close0.2 km
Cornwallis Avenue0.3 km