Convent Close is in St Margarets At Cliffe, Dover and in Dover district. CT15 6JD is located in the Guston, Kingsdown & St Margaret's-at-Cliffe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dover. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Convent Close, St Margarets At Cliffe, Dover, CT15 6JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT15 6BY, CT15 6BX, CT15 6BZ, CT15 6BS, CT15 6BU, CT15 6DJ, CT15 6DR, CT15 6DH, CT15 6SS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT15 6JD 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 | 50.2% | 51.6% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.4% | -1.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CT15 6JD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 8.1% | 14.2% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -23.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.9% | 64.4% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 20.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 6.4% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 14% | 12.8% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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 | 35.5% | 34.6% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -13.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 41.6% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 24.1% | 18.1% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.4% | 15.5% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 8.2% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 16.4% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.5% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 35.5% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 5.9% | 5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 91.8% | 87.3% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 6.9% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 87.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9% | 0.8% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.6% | 37.2% | -13.6% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Jewish | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Convent Close was 28.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.8% lower than the Guston, Kingsdown & St Margaret's-at-Cliffe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Convent Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Guston, Kingsdown & St Margaret's-at-Cliffe and the 78th lowest crime rate of 365 local areas in Dover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karis Convent Close, Dover, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2025-05-15 | £545,000 |
| Karis Convent Close, Dover, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2007-11-21 | £521,096 |
| Michaelmas Convent Close, Dover, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2005-06-22 | £496,506 |
CT15 6JD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
CT15 6JD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 CT15 6JD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 55% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret's-at-Cliffe Primary School Sea Street , St Margaret's-At-Cliffe CT15 6SS | 4out of 4 | 242 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdon Primary School East Langdon , CT15 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 3,644 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School Glen Road , Kingsdown CT14 8DD | - not rated | 4,177 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guston Church of England Primary School Burgoyne Heights , Guston CT15 5LR | 3out of 4 | 4,754 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke of York's Royal Military School Duke of York's Royal Military School , CT15 5EQ | 3out of 4 | 4,176 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portal House School Sea Street , St Margaret's-At-Cliffe CT15 6SS | 3out of 4 | 311 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Learning Opportunities Centre Secondary Ringwould Road , Ringwould CT14 8DW | - not rated | 3,814 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boodles | 3 The Droveway, St Margarets Bay | 237 yd | |
| FirstLight Bar & Café | 1 The Droveway, St Margarets Bay | 276 yd | |
| The Tea Room | The Pines Garden, Beach Road | 597 yd | |
| The White Cliffs | High Street, St Margarets At Cliffe | 602 yd | |
| Refreshment Kiosk | The Bay, St Margarets Bay | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coastguard Inn | The Bay, St Margarets Bay | 608 yd | |
| The Smugglers | High Street, St Margarets At Cliffe | 669 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Margaret'S-At-Cliffe Primary School SEA STREET | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Portal House School SEA STREET | tennis courts | 474 yd |
| St Margarets Football Club THE FREEDOWN | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Balance Spa & Health Club REACH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,047 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.