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.
FORD CLOSE, CT6 8AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORD CLOSE, CT6 8AN.
261
56
£ 35,500 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Hampton Primary School
Briary Primary School
Herne Bay High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Hampton Inn0.8 km
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
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Postcode Profile: CT68AN · Data under Open Government Licence