Telegraph Road is in Deal and in Dover district. CT14 9DN is located in the Mill Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dover. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Telegraph Road, Deal, CT14 9DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT14 9DW, CT14 9DG, CT14 9DL, CT14 9DF, CT14 7TD, CT14 9DJ, CT14 7TE, CT14 9WP, CT14 9DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT14 9DN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.6% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.4% | 0.2% | 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 | 29.7% | 38.2% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 40.4% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.2% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 14.2% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 4.7% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 41.9% | 43.3% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 37% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 12.8% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 26.1% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 12.1% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.5% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 22.4% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 19.5% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.1% | 91.6% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 89.3% 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 | 93.9% | 89.3% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 88.2% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 9.4% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Telegraph Road was 102.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.2% higher than the Middle Deal average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Telegraph Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Middle Deal and the 97th highest crime rate of 365 local areas in Dover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Solomon House Telegraph Road, Deal, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-08-31 | £156,642 |
| 7 Solomon House Telegraph Road, Deal, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2007-05-22 | £143,820 |
| 7 Solomon House Telegraph Road, Deal, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2005-01-05 | £158,019 |
| 7 Solomon House Telegraph Road, Deal, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2004-04-20 | £121,842 |
CT14 9DN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Downs Church of England Primary School Owen Square , Walmer CT14 7TL | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deal Parochial Church of England Primary School Gladstone Road , Walmer CT14 7ER | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School St Richard's Road , CT14 9LF | 3out of 4 | 985 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden House Primary School Birdwood Avenue , CT14 9SF | 4out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hornbeam Primary School Mongeham Road , CT14 9PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodwin Academy Hamilton Road , CT14 9BD | 2out of 4 | 572 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewood Secondary School 86 London Road , CT14 9TR | - not rated | 1,194 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripplevale School Chapel Lane , Ripple CT14 8JG | - not rated | 2,471 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Learning Opportunities Centre Secondary Ringwould Road , Ringwould CT14 8DW | - not rated | 3,341 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walmer Baptist Church | 2 Kelvedon Road, Walmer | 512 yd | |
| MFG ESSO WALMER | 137 Dover Road, Walmer | 564 yd | |
| Star Coffee Shop | 7 Beauchamp Avenue, Deal | 607 yd | |
| The Corner Cafe | 31 Dover Road, Walmer | 613 yd | |
| Cinque Ports Sports Limited | Marke Wood Recreation Ground, Dover Road | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deal Welfare Club | Cowdray Square, Deal | 498 yd | |
| The Mill Inn | 78-80 Mill Hill, Deal | 536 yd | |
| Deal & Betteshanger Rugby Club | Deal And Betteshanger Rugby Club, Canada Road | 706 yd | |
| The Berry | 23 Canada Road, Walmer | 706 yd | |
| Walmer Lawn Tennis And Croquet Club | Archery Square, Walmer | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossies fish bar | 177A Telegraph Road, Deal | 126 yd | |
| Golden Fillet | 38 Mill Hill, Deal | 475 yd | |
| Peking Palace | 54-56 Mill Hill, Deal | 475 yd | |
| Tortillas | Deal Welfare Club, Cowdray Square | 498 yd | |
| Brunch Box | 82 Mill Hill, Deal | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Beauchamp Avenue | 607 yd | |
| Co-op | 185 Mill Road, Deal | 640 yd | |
| Tesco | 136 Mill Hill, Deal | 719 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Body Works Gym MILL HILL | health and fitness suite | 489 yd |
| Deal Parochial School GLADSTONE ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 495 yd |
| The Drill Field CANADA ROAD | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Walmer Parish Hall Dover Road | 574 yd | |
| Goodwin Academy (Salisbury Road) (Closed) Salisbury Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| Markewood Recreation Ground Granville Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 658 yd |
| Goodwin Academy HAMILTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Gun Meadow Court Road | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| The Charles Sports Ground (Deal Town Football Club) ST. LEONARDS ROAD | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| Victoria Park Park Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 939 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 31.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.8 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.