Postcode Analysis Canterbury, South East

POND COTTAGES, CT6 7AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POND COTTAGES, CT6 7AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

449

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

58%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

CT6 7AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £327k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

CT6 7AF is a sought-after residential area on Pond Cottages, 0.1km from Broomfield in Herne. Administratively it sits within Herne & Broomfield ward and the North Thanet constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT6, CT6 7AF offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% 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 £327k.

Census 2021 statistics for CT6 7AF are sourced from Output Area E00122233 (shared with 27 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 7AF. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 327,500

3 sales · Mean £ 296,666

Semi-Detached

£ 420,000

1 sales · Mean £ 420,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CT6 7AF has low crime rates — 14 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 offences12
Anti-social behaviour5
Drugs5
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding313 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Post Office Stores0.2 km
  • Argos Ltd0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Huntsman And Horn0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsburys0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Herne Bay2.8 km
  • Chestfield & Swalecliffe6.2 km
  • Sturry6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Huntsman and Horn0.1 km
  • Huntsman and Horn0.1 km
  • Hoopers Lane0.3 km
  • Hoopers Lane0.3 km