Astley Avenue is in Dover and in Dover district. CT16 2PP is located in the Buckland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dover. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Astley Avenue, Dover, CT16 2PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT16 2PR, CT16 2NZ, CT16 2NY, CT16 2LY, CT16 2NE, CT16 2QR, CT16 2LX, CT16 2ND, CT16 2PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT16 2PP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.3% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.7% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 30.6% | 35.8% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 46.8% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 6.7% | -5.0% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 42.1% | 46.5% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 36.4% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.1% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 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 | 24.2% | 15.9% | -8.3% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 11.7% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.6% | 16.6% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 24.4% | 13.1% | 16.9% | 7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 25.4% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.1% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.2% | 92.8% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 90.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 5.5% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 90.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.3% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Astley Avenue was 78.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.0% lower than the Buckland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Astley Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Buckland and the 127th highest crime rate of 365 local areas in Dover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Astley Avenue, Dover, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-12-06 | £223,518 |
| 10 Astley Avenue, Dover, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2023-08-04 | £228,343 |
| 17 Astley Avenue, Dover, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-05-04 | £252,293 |
| 8 Astley Avenue, Dover, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-11-09 | £213,844 |
| 33 Astley Avenue, Dover, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-10-03 | £208,554 |
CT16 2PP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Transport and storage | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Junior School Barton Road , CT16 2ND | 3out of 4 | 162 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton Church of England Primary School Barton Road , CT16 2LX | 3out of 4 | 333 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School Heathfield Avenue , CT16 2PB | 4out of 4 | 549 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Richard's Catholic Primary School Castle Avenue , CT16 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Park Community Primary School The Linces , Buckland CT16 2BN | 4out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund's Catholic School Old Charlton Road , CT16 2QB | 2out of 4 | 337 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dover Grammar School for Girls Frith Road , CT16 2PZ | 4out of 4 | 438 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dover Grammar School for Boys Astor Avenue , CT17 0DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,422 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Astor Secondary School Astor Avenue , CT17 0AS | 2out of 4 | 1,630 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dover Christ Church Academy Melbourne Avenue , Whitfield CT16 2EG | 2out of 4 | 1,630 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover College Effingham Crescent , CT17 9RH | - not rated | 1,116 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms School Elms Vale Road , CT17 9PS | 3out of 4 | 2,495 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sallygate School Channels & Choices , Kearsney Manor CT16 3EQ | - not rated | 2,868 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Fried Chicken | 43-45 Cherry Tree Avenue, Dover | 344 yd | |
| Brenda's Kitchen | 18 Beaconsfield Road, Dover | 361 yd | |
| Breakwater Tap House and Pizzeria | St Martins Yard, Lorne Road | 385 yd | |
| White Cliffs Tandoori | 68 London Road, Dover | 417 yd | |
| Radish | Elkington House, Charlton Green | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Working Man's Club & Institute | Jasper House, London Road | 445 yd | |
| The Sportsman | 238 London Road, Dover | 458 yd | |
| The Diamond | Heathfield Avenue, Dover | 485 yd | |
| Admiral Harvey | 13 Bridge Street, Dover | 518 yd | |
| Louis Armstrong | 58 Maison Dieu Road, Dover | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Codfather | 35 Cherry Tree Avenue, Dover | 344 yd | |
| Tops Pizza | 77A London Road, Dover | 401 yd | |
| Li-Hao | 89 London Road, Dover | 410 yd | |
| Oriental Express | 83 London Road, Dover | 410 yd | |
| London Kebab House | 78 London Road, Dover | 417 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Cherry Tree Avenue | 341 yd | |
| Morrisons | Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited, Bridge Street | 518 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 1, Castleton Retail Park | 647 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 3, Castleton Retail Park | 647 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Edmunds Catholic School Old Charlton Road | 166 yd | |
| Dover Grammar School For Girls FRITH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 304 yd |
| Genesis Gym 79a 79a London Road | health and fitness suite | 407 yd |
| The Weights Room (Closed) Lorne Road | health and fitness suite | 417 yd |
| The Weights Room Uk Ltd THE OLD SORTING OFFICE THE OLD SORTING OFFICE CHARLTON GREEN | health and fitness suite | 515 yd |
| Connaught Park Connaught Road | tennis courts | 673 yd |
| Danes Recreation Ground Old Charlton Road | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| Shapeshifters Gym (Closed) 36a 36a Coombe Valley Road | health and fitness suite | 1,018 yd |
| Dover College EFFINGHAM CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,018 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 | 98.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.4% |
| 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 | 63 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.