Greenbanks is in Lyminge, Folkestone and in Shepway district. CT18 8NS 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 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greenbanks, Lyminge, Folkestone, CT18 8NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT18 8HJ, CT18 8HQ, CT18 8HG, CT18 8LZ, CT18 8HN, CT18 8EA, CT18 8EG, CT18 8HL, CT18 8ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CT18 8NS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 50.7% | 47.8% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 49.3% | 52.2% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 17% | 22% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 50.9% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 6.7% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 13.3% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 17% | 11% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 37.9% | 45% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 34.2% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 12.4% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 5.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 24.4% | 17.4% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 14% | 2.1% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 7.6% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 8.7% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 15.7% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 31.4% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 5.2% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.5% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 92.1% | 94.6% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 95% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenbanks was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.2% lower than the North Downs East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greenbanks has the 10th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in North Downs East and the 42nd lowest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Lyminge Surgery Greenbanks, Folkestone, Kent Other, an established residential building | £562,000 | 2018-08-28 | £670,708 |
CT18 8NS 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 CT18 8NS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 412 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elham Church of England Primary School Vicarage Lane , Elham CT4 6TT | 3out of 4 | 3,606 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowting Church of England Primary School Stowting , Stowting Hill TN25 6BE | 4out of 4 | 4,666 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harcourt Primary School Biggins Wood Road , CT19 4NE | 3out of 4 | 5,435 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltwood CofE Primary School Grange Road , Saltwood CT21 4QS | 4out of 4 | 5,435 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China China | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 6 STATION ROAD | 422 yd | |
| The Coffee Cabin | SHOP ADJACENT PURBECK HOUSE, CANTERBURY ROAD | 528 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach & Horses | COACH & HORSES, CHURCH ROAD | 423 yd | |
| Etchinghill Golf Club | ETCHINGHILL GOLF CLUB, CANTERBURY ROAD | 763 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Field LYMINGE VILLAGE HALL LYMINGE VILLAGE HALL WOODLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Etchinghill Golf CANTERBURY ROAD | golf | 767 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.