Potter Street is in Sandwich and in Dover district. CT13 9DR is located in the Sandwich electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Potter Street, Sandwich, CT13 9DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT13 9DT, CT13 9DQ, CT13 9DL, CT13 9DS, CT13 9BS, CT13 9DN, CT13 9DY, CT13 9DX, CT13 9DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT13 9DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 50.4% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.6% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.4% | 28.5% | -3.9% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 43.9% | 3.3% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 2.3% | -3.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11% | 14.5% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.5% | 43.2% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 38.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 13.1% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.9% | 14.2% | 2.3% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 8% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 9% | -10.6% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 13.2% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.1% | 49.5% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.5% | 88.1% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 6.7% |
In this area, 82% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 82% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 7.5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 82% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 13.6% | 12.8% | 9.8% | 3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 2.2% | -3.5% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Potter Street was 173.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 300.2% higher than the Eastry Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Potter Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Eastry Rural and the 44th highest crime rate of 365 local areas in Dover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 75.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Potter Street, Sandwich, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2024-03-20 | £296,895 |
| 1 Potter Street, Sandwich, Kent Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-12-01 | £288,738 |
| 7 Potter Street, Sandwich, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2022-06-08 | £635,662 |
| 9 Potter Street, Sandwich, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-11-08 | £346,798 |
| 2 Potter Street, Sandwich, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £209,000 | 2020-12-18 | £228,152 |
CT13 9DR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CT13 9DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CT13 9DR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Infant School School Road , CT13 9HT | - not rated | 168 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandwich Junior School St Bart's Road , CT13 0AS | 4out of 4 | 967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worth Primary School The Street , CT14 0DF | - not rated | 2,491 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastry Church of England Primary School Cooks Lea , Eastry CT13 0LR | 4out of 4 | 4,509 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School School Road , Ash CT3 2JD | 2out of 4 | 4,891 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Roger Manwood's School Manwood Road , CT13 9JX | 4out of 4 | 767 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandwich Technology School Deal Road , CT13 0FA | 3out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Davenport School The Lodge , Foxborough Hill CT13 0NY | - not rated | 3,488 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Faith's At Ash School Limited 5 the Street , Ash CT3 2HH | - not rated | 4,932 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks Small School Jutes Lane , Minster CT12 5FH | - not rated | 5,160 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Village Tandoori | 11 The Butchery, Sandwich | 44 yd | |
| The Strand Street Kitchen | 28 Strand Street, Sandwich | 51 yd | |
| Bella Amalfi | 11 Market Street, Sandwich | 69 yd | |
| My Thai Ltd | 6 Market Street, Sandwich | 69 yd | |
| The Toll Bridge | 7 Fishermans Wharf, Sandwich | 96 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Inn | 2 Harnet Street, Sandwich | 91 yd | |
| Fleur De Lis | 6-8 Delf Street, Sandwich | 99 yd | |
| Time & Tide Taphouse | 10 Delf Street, Sandwich | 113 yd | |
| Crispin Inn | 4 High Street, Sandwich | 114 yd | |
| The Market Square Inn | The Market Inn, 7-9 Cattle Market | 133 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chutney Masala | 18 Harnet Street, Sandwich | 91 yd | |
| Ossies Fish & Chips | 1 Cattle Market, Sandwich | 138 yd | |
| Sandwich Kebab Pizza | 32 King Street, Sandwich | 184 yd | |
| Amigos | 6 Cattle Market, Sandwich | 198 yd | |
| Sids ice cream and donut parlour | 90 New Street, Sandwich | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The Co-Operative Food, Moat Sole | 275 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Connection (Sandwich) 33-35 33-35 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 194 yd |
| Sandwich Town Cricket Club RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND THE BUTTS | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| Gazen Salts Recreation Ground GAZEN SALTS RECREATION GROUND GAZEN SALTS RECREATION GROUND STRAND STREET | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| Sandwich Tennis Club SANDOWN ROAD | tennis courts | 546 yd |
| Sir Roger Manwoods School Manwood Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 716 yd |
| Sir Roger Manwoods School Pitches St. Georges Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 869 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 41.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 41.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 41.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.61 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.61 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.