Postcode Analysis Canterbury, South East

FORD CLOSE, CT6 8AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORD CLOSE, CT6 8AN.

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Population

261

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CT6 8AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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7/10
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1/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 86% owned. CT6 8AN is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 3.5% year-on-year.

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

CT6 8AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ford Close, 0.1km from Studd Hill in Herne Bay. Administratively it sits within West Bay ward and the North Thanet constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT6, CT6 8AN offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, down 3.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CT6 8AN are sourced from Output Area E00122440 (shared with 5 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 8AN. The average age is 56.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 289,000

16 sales · Mean £ 305,374

Semi-Detached

£ 250,000

4 sales · Mean £ 250,000

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

CT6 8AN has low crime rates — 16 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 offences13
Anti-social behaviour8
Vehicle crime5
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Hampton Primary School

Good706 pupils0.9 km
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Briary Primary School

Good297 pupils1.1 km
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Herne Bay High School

Good1615 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Hampton Inn0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Hampton Store0.5 km
  • Kadi's Cornish Ice Cream Service0.8 km
  • Promenade Treats0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chestfield & Swalecliffe1.8 km
  • Herne Bay1.8 km
  • Whitstable4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Daimler Avenue0.3 km
  • Daimler Avenue0.4 km
  • Alvis Avenue0.4 km
  • Essex Avenue0.4 km
  • Essex Avenue0.4 km