Carter Close is in Hawkinge, Folkestone and in Shepway district. CT18 7TR is located in the North Downs East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Folkestone and Hythe. This postcode has been in use since 2008-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carter Close, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT18 7TN, CT18 7TT, CT18 7TS, CT18 7TX, CT18 7TL, CT18 7RW, CT18 7TW, CT18 7TZ, CT18 7AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CT18 7TR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 48.1% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50.7% | 51.9% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 CT18 7TR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.8% 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 | 33.9% | 30.3% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 53.8% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 9.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 8.8% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.1% | 58% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 30.9% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 6.8% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around CT18 7TR this area, 8.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13% | 8.5% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 7.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 17.8% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 22.5% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 38.6% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 94.6% | 93.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 88.9% | 92.8% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 6.1% | 3.3% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 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 | 88.5% | 92.5% | 4.0% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 6.5% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 0.3% | -7.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| 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 Carter Close was 38.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.1% lower than the Cheriton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carter Close has the 19th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Cheriton and the 116th lowest crime rate of 347 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 32 Carter Close, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-07-28 | £196,881 |
| Flat 9 32 Carter Close, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2025-04-17 | £137,759 |
| Flat 4 32 Carter Close, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £184,500 | 2022-09-29 | £171,569 |
| Flat 6 32 Carter Close, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-09-02 | £167,384 |
| Flat 3 32 Carter Close, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £149,500 | 2020-06-19 | £172,796 |
CT18 7TR 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 27 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkinge Primary School Canterbury Road , Hawkinge CT18 7BN | 4out of 4 | 416 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Churchill School Haven Drive , Hawkinge CT18 7RH | 3out of 4 | 621 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Churchill School Haven Drive , Hawkinge CT18 7RH | - not rated | 621 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Folkestone Primary Academy Lane , CT19 5FP | 3out of 4 | 3,102 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harcourt Primary School Biggins Wood Road , CT19 4NE | 3out of 4 | 3,323 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone Academy Academy Lane , CT19 5FP | 3out of 4 | 3,102 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Channel School Park Farm Road , CT19 5DN | - not rated | 3,161 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pent Valley Technology College Surrenden Road , CT19 4ED | - not rated | 3,460 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turner Free School Tile Kiln Lane , Cheriton CT19 4PB | 3out of 4 | 3,460 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harvey Grammar School Cheriton Road , CT19 5JY | 4out of 4 | 3,856 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Kent College Shorncliffe Road , CT20 2TZ | - not rated | 4,309 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone Academy Academy Lane , CT19 5FP | - not rated | 3,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beacon Folkestone Park Farm Road , CT19 5DN | 4out of 4 | 3,446 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Bowen Road , CT19 4FP | - not rated | 3,522 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Education Centre Parkfield Road , CT19 5BY | - not rated | 3,816 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Life Church , Bowles Well Gardens CT19 6PQ | - not rated | 3,954 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Coastal Park 18 Wiltie Gardens , CT19 5AX | - not rated | 4,169 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspendos Hawkinge | 93 CANTERBURY ROAD | 433 yd | |
| Lilys | 93 CANTERBURY ROAD | 433 yd | |
| Battle of Britain Cafe | KENT BATTLE OF BRITAIN MUSEUM, AERODROME ROAD | 736 yd | |
| Spitfire Brunch Box | 9A DEFIANT CLOSE | 808 yd | |
| Hawkinge Community Football & Sports | THE PAVILION, PAVILION ROAD | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mayfly | THE MAYFLY, DEFIANT CLOSE | 683 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | WHITE HORSE INN, 7 CANTERBURY ROAD | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garam Mossala | 105 CANTERBURY ROAD | 368 yd | |
| Happy Star | 103 CANTERBURY ROAD | 386 yd | |
| Hawkinge Fish Bar | BUSINESS PREMISES, 95A CANTERBURY ROAD | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 107 CANTERBURY ROAD | 348 yd | |
| Lidl | LIDL FOOD STORE, HAVEN DRIVE | 718 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hawkinge Community Centre HERON FORSTAL AVENUE | 438 yd | |
| Hawkinge Village Hall CANTERBURY ROAD | 449 yd | |
| Churchill Primary School HAVEN DRIVE | grass pitches | 617 yd |
| Hawkinge Pavilion And Sports Ground THE PAVILION THE PAVILION PAVILION ROAD | grass pitches | 851 yd |
| Hawkinge Cricket & Social Club CRICKETERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 860 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% |
| Median download speed | 57.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.07 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.07 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.