Holywell Avenue is in Folkestone and in Shepway district. CT19 6LB is located in the East Folkestone 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 Holywell Avenue, Folkestone, CT19 6LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT19 6LD, CT19 6QE, CT19 6LE, CT19 5PX, CT19 5TH, CT19 5QF, CT19 6QF, CT19 6JY, CT19 6JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CT19 6LB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.7% | 50% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 38.2% | 38.3% | 0.1% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.2% | 29.4% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -14.8% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 2.8% | -3.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 22.4% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 13.3% |
| Widowed | 8% | 7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37% | 31.7% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -16.7% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 37.3% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 21.4% | 21% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 7.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.2% | 28% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.9% | 15.4% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.1% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 15.4% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 18.7% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.2% | -1.6% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.7% | 96.8% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 88.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 88.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 8.3% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 89.3% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holywell Avenue was 125.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.2% lower than the Broadmead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holywell Avenue has the 19th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Broadmead and the 62nd highest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103 Holywell Avenue, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-05-03 | £184,597 |
| 105 Holywell Avenue, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-02-20 | £170,239 |
| 87 Holywell Avenue, Folkestone, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-05-15 | £148,839 |
| 103 Holywell Avenue, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-02-24 | £143,973 |
| 107 Holywell Avenue, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-08-11 | £142,103 |
CT19 6LB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone Primary Academy Lane , CT19 5FP | - not rated | 675 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mundella Primary School Black Bull Road , CT19 5QX | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stella Maris Catholic Primary School Parkfield Road , CT19 5BY | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Community Primary School Sidney Street , CT19 6HG | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone Brockman Road , CT20 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 675 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harvey Grammar School Cheriton Road , CT19 5JY | 4out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Turner Free School Tile Kiln Lane , Cheriton CT19 4PB | - not rated | 2,077 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Folkestone School for Girls Coolinge Lane , CT20 3RB | 4out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone Beacon Plus Park Farm Road , CT19 5DN | - not rated | 590 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon Folkestone Park Farm Road , CT19 5DN | 4out of 4 | 712 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Coastal Park Heather Lodge , 2 Radnor Park West CT19 5HH | - not rated | 1,512 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) 29 Shorncliffe Road , CT20 2NB | - not rated | 1,967 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| School of English Studies 26 Grimston Gardens , CT20 2PY | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Catering Club | CCK HOUSE, PARK FARM ROAD | 466 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee | SAINSBURYS, PARK FARM ROAD | 792 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | MCDONALDS RESTAURANT LTD, PARK FARM ROAD | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bull - Hungry Horse | BLACK BULL, CANTERBURY ROAD | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Boys | 17 FLEMING WAY | 659 yd | |
| Taste of China | 18 FLEMING WAY | 669 yd | |
| Papas Fish & Chips | 142 CANTERBURY ROAD | 789 yd | |
| Subway | UNIT E, WEST PARK FARM NORTH RETAIL PARK, PARK FARM ROAD | 805 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 98 BLACK BULL ROAD | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booker Cash & Carry | BOOKER CASH & CARRY, PARK FARM ROAD | 455 yd | |
| Sainsburys | SAINSBURYS, PARK FARM ROAD | 792 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Channel School (Closed) Park Farm Road | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Folkestone Primary Academy (Closed) Park Farm Road | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Folkestone Academy ACADEMY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 921 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| 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 | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.