Lenacre Lane is in Whitfield, Dover and in Dover district. CT16 3HQ is located in the Whitfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dover. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lenacre Lane, Whitfield, Dover, CT16 3HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT16 3HG, CT16 3HH, CT16 3EY, CT16 3EX, CT16 3HJ, CT16 3HF, CT16 3HE, CT16 3HD, CT16 3HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT16 3HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.3% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50% | 49.7% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 CT16 3HQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% 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 | 22.5% | 19.7% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 60.6% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 9.9% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 6.3% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 37.1% | 45.3% | 8.2% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 42.8% | 37.4% | -5.4% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 12.6% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 20.7% | 16.5% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 11.6% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 14.4% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.6% | 10.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.9% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 24.2% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 7.9% | 4.2% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 96.2% | 95% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 76.7% | 16.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lenacre Lane was 139.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 134.2% higher than the Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lenacre Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Aylesham, Eythorne & Shepherdswell and the 66th highest crime rate of 365 local areas in Dover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Lenacre Lane, Dover, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-12-06 | £299,093 |
| Portway, 1A Lenacre Lane, Dover, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2019-08-09 | £488,886 |
| 4 Lenacre Lane, Dover, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2017-09-13 | £277,858 |
| 7 Lenacre Lane, Dover, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2015-06-03 | £318,951 |
CT16 3HQ 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 CT16 3HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Transport and storage | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitfield Aspen School Mayfield Road , Whitfield CT16 3LJ | 3out of 4 | 739 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Ewell Church of England Primary School 3-4 Brookside , Temple Ewell CT16 3DT | 4out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Park Community Primary School The Linces , Buckland CT16 2BN | 4out of 4 | 2,353 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| River Primary School Lewisham Road , River CT17 0PP | 4out of 4 | 2,418 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School Heathfield Avenue , CT16 2PB | 4out of 4 | 3,097 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Christ Church Academy Melbourne Avenue , Whitfield CT16 2EG | 2out of 4 | 1,982 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Old Charlton Road , CT16 2QB | 2out of 4 | 3,709 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dover Grammar School for Girls Frith Road , CT16 2PZ | 4out of 4 | 3,938 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Duke of York's Royal Military School Duke of York's Royal Military School , CT15 5EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,940 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dover Grammar School for Boys Astor Avenue , CT17 0DQ | 3out of 4 | 4,215 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sallygate School Channels & Choices , Kearsney Manor CT16 3EQ | - not rated | 2,034 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dover College Effingham Crescent , CT17 9RH | - not rated | 4,625 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms School Elms Vale Road , CT17 9PS | 3out of 4 | 4,698 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodpecker Court Woodpecker Court, 45 Wigmore Lane , Eythorne CT15 4BF | - not rated | 5,160 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galliford Try Building Ltd - Beeches | Cornfields, Cranleigh Drive | 687 yd | |
| Leaf Hotel | Holiday Inn Dover, Singledge Lane | 725 yd | |
| Bella Italia (Holiday Inn) | Holiday Inn Dover, Singledge Lane | 725 yd | |
| The Rajmahal | 4-6 Sandwich Road, Whitfield | 758 yd | |
| Boost Kitchen | 10 Sandwich Road, Whitfield | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitfield Club | 14 Napchester Road, Whitfield | 452 yd | |
| The Archer | 2 Sandwich Road, Whitfield | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silvanno Fish Bar | 12 Sandwich Road, Whitfield | 758 yd | |
| Fireaway Whitfield | Dover Service Area, Sandwich Road | 789 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitfield Recreation Ground BEECHES BEECHES CRANLEIGH DRIVE | grass pitches | 572 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.