Roper Road is in Canterbury and in Canterbury district. CT2 7EG is located in the St Stephen's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Canterbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roper Road, Canterbury, CT2 7EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT2 7DQ, CT2 7EH, CT2 7HN, CT2 8FD, CT2 8FB, CT2 8AN, CT2 8BZ, CT2 7HD, CT2 8BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT2 7EG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% of residents 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 | 48.9% | 53.4% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 51.1% | 46.6% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CT2 7EG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 53.7% | 59.9% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 22.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.6% | 27.2% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -17.0% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 8% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (86%) 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 | 53% | 48.9% | -4.1% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 37.1% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 11% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 CT2 7EG this area, 5.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 5.2% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 4.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 9.9% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 26.8% | 29.9% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 13.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 46.6% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 12.8% |
| Other | 6.4% | 1.9% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 89.6% | 84.6% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 3.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 76.3% 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 | 78.3% | 76.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| European Union | 11.3% | 12.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 8.2% | 3.8% | 5.6% | 2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.5% | 76.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 11% | 6.3% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.9% | 5.8% | -1.1% | 2.9% | 2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 4.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 34% | 46.2% | -12.2% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roper Road was 117.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 235.2% higher than the Blean Forest average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roper Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Blean Forest and the 121st highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Coach House, 23 Roper Road, Canterbury, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £399,995 | 2025-01-07 | £393,404 |
| 1 The Coach House, 23 Roper Road, Canterbury, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-08-09 | £377,235 |
| 24 Roper Road, Canterbury, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £1,510,000 | 2023-01-06 | £1,426,950 |
| 3 The Coach House, 23 Roper Road, Canterbury, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-03-12 | £365,211 |
| 18 Roper Road, Canterbury, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-01-07 | £451,977 |
CT2 7EG 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 student residents living in CT2 7EG area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 72 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 45 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Methodist Primary School St Peter's Grove , CT1 2DH | 3out of 4 | 707 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Johns Church of England Primary School St John's Place , Northgate CT1 1BD | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Infant School Hales Drive , St Stephen's CT2 7AB | - not rated | 1,001 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Junior School Hales Drive , St Stephens CT2 7AD | 3out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Canterbury 99 Military Road , CT1 1NE | 4out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Canterbury Academy Knight Avenue , CT2 8QA | 3out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Archbishop's School St Stephens Hill , CT2 7AP | 3out of 4 | 1,129 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Court Grammar School Longport , CT1 1PH | 4out of 4 | 1,750 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys Langton Lane , Nackington Road CT4 7AS | 4out of 4 | 3,067 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School Old Dover Road , CT1 3EW | 3out of 4 | 3,070 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bemix Roper Road , CT2 7ER | - not rated | 97 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Canterbury 25 The Precincts , CT1 2ES | - not rated | 1,041 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's School Canterbury St Thomas Hill , CT2 8HU | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canterbury Christ Church University North Holmes Road , CT1 1QU | - not rated | 1,458 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kent College International Study Centre Whitstable Road , CT2 9DT | - not rated | 1,651 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | Canterbury West Railway Station, Station Road West | 129 yd | |
| The Goods Shed | Station Road West, Canterbury | 165 yd | |
| Gills Cafe And Deli | The Goods Shed, Station Road West | 194 yd | |
| The Coffee Corner | 51-52 St Dunstans Street, Canterbury | 204 yd | |
| House Of Agnes | 71 St Dunstan's Street, Canterbury | 236 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Monument | 37 St Dunstans Street, Canterbury | 213 yd | |
| Unicorn Inn | 61 St Dunstan's Street, Canterbury | 214 yd | |
| The Bishops Finger | 13 St Dunstans Street, Canterbury | 273 yd | |
| Pegasus Tap Room Limited | 86 St Dunstans Street, Canterbury | 297 yd | |
| The Westgate Inn | 1-3 North Lane, Canterbury | 304 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chop Chop | 26 St Dunstans Street, Canterbury | 193 yd | |
| Marinos Fish Bar | 70 St Dunstan's Street, Canterbury | 237 yd | |
| Saints 33 | 1A Kirbys Lane, Canterbury | 237 yd | |
| The Refectory | 16 St Dunstan's Street, Canterbury | 267 yd | |
| Thai City | 6 St Dunstans Street, Canterbury | 322 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 21-24 St Dunstan's Street, Canterbury | 239 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 29A High Street, Canterbury | 678 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Kingsmead Road, Canterbury | 859 yd | |
| Marks & Spencers (excluding The Ground Floor Cafe)_ | 4-6 St George's Street, Canterbury | 986 yd | |
| Tesco Metro | 2 Gravel Walk, Canterbury | 1,027 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ladies Of Leisure Gym (Canterbury) Dunsthorpe House Dunsthorpe House St. Dunstans Street | health and fitness suite | 168 yd |
| Kings School Recreation Centre (Blores) St. Stephens Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 483 yd |
| St Stephens Recreation Ground (Closed) Beaconsfield Road | grass pitches | 546 yd |
| Kingsmead Leisure Centre KINGSMEAD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 732 yd |
| Kings School (Birley'S Playing Fields) St. Stephens Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 904 yd |
| Victoria Recreation Ground Knight Avenue | grass pitches | 928 yd |
| Canterbury Academy Campus Knight Avenue | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,041 yd |
| Appeti Tennis Centre Knight Avenue | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 1,068 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 | 65 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.