Palm Tree Way is in Lyminge, Folkestone and in Shepway district. CT18 8JN is located in the North Downs West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Folkestone and Hythe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Palm Tree Way, Lyminge, Folkestone, CT18 8JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT18 8JF, CT18 8JG, CT18 8NL, CT18 8JL, CT18 8JA, CT18 8JD, CT18 8JE, CT18 8EL, CT18 8EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT18 8JN has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.6% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.7% | 57.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 6.6% |
| Male | 42.3% | 42.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -6.6% |
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 CT18 8JN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.1% 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 | 20.6% | 19% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 52.1% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 7.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 12% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 14.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
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 | 40.1% | 37.8% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 36.3% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 19.3% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6.7% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 25.9% | 24.3% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 10.1% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 12.1% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 14.6% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 26.3% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 4% | 4.9% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 99.6% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.3% | 97.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 97% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 65.1% | 46.2% | 18.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Palm Tree Way was 4.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.8% lower than the North Downs East average. The most reported crime type was Theft from the person.
Palm Tree Way has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in North Downs East and the 5th lowest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.4%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Palm Tree Way, Folkestone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2025-08-08 | £239,599 |
| 64 Palm Tree Way, Folkestone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-12-05 | £362,083 |
| 76 Palm Tree Way, Folkestone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-09-14 | £340,639 |
| 33 Palm Tree Way, Folkestone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2022-05-03 | £427,917 |
| 66 Palm Tree Way, Folkestone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £289,950 | 2021-12-01 | £324,378 |
CT18 8JN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 CT18 8JN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 140 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyminge Church of England Primary School Church Road , Lyminge CT18 8JA | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elham Church of England Primary School Vicarage Lane , Elham CT4 6TT | 3out of 4 | 3,342 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowting Church of England Primary School Stowting , Stowting Hill TN25 6BE | 4out of 4 | 4,111 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Cabin | SHOP ADJACENT PURBECK HOUSE, CANTERBURY ROAD | 351 yd | |
| China China | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 6 STATION ROAD | 394 yd | |
| HPB Sibton Park | SIBTON PARK, LONGAGE HILL | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach & Horses | COACH & HORSES, CHURCH ROAD | 227 yd | |
| Sibton Park Cricket Club | SIBTON PARK CRICKET CLUB, LONGAGE HILL | 847 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Field LYMINGE VILLAGE HALL LYMINGE VILLAGE HALL WOODLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 395 yd |
| Sibton Park Cricket Club SIBTON PARK CRICKET GROUND SIBTON PARK CRICKET GROUND LONGAGE HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 503 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 | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.