CT8 8BY is a safe, established residential area on Linden Road, 0.5km from Westgate-on-Sea in Margate. Administratively it sits within Westgate-on-Sea ward and the North Thanet constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CT8, CT8 8BY offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £497k.
Census 2021 statistics for CT8 8BY are sourced from Output Area E00125447 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LINDEN ROAD, CT8 8BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINDEN ROAD, CT8 8BY.
308
45
£ 34,700 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CT8 8BY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CT8 8BY's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £497k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT8 8BY. The average age is 44.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 392,500
2 sales · Mean £ 392,500
Semi-Detached
£ 375,000
2 sales · Mean £ 375,000
Terraced
£ 323,500
3 sales · Mean £ 314,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CT8 8BY has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Crispin's Community Primary Infant School
St Saviour's Church of England Junior School
Ursuline College
King Ethelbert School
Garlinge Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Best One0.6 km
- Carlton Cinema0.6 km
- Dadds Butchers0.6 km
- Edward's0.5 km
- J Prentis Greengrocers0.5 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Bake & Alehouse0.6 km
- Ginger's0.5 km
- The Swan by the Sea0.8 km
- Westgate United Services Club0.6 km
- Bar Only0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Beano Cafe0.5 km
- Fredericks Cafe0.6 km
- Hot Wood Pizza0.5 km
- Julias0.6 km
- Little Brown Fairy Cake0.5 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op - Westgate0.5 km
- Station Superstore0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Beano Kebab0.5 km
- Golden Palace0.6 km
- Regency Tandoori0.5 km
- Taj Mahal0.6 km
- Westgate Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Westgate-On-Sea0.5 km
- Margate2.3 km
- Birchington-On-Sea2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Streete Court Road0.2 km
- Streete Court Road0.2 km
- Linden Close0.3 km
- Linden Close0.3 km
- Library0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CT88BY · Data under Open Government Licence