Pleydell Gardens is in Folkestone and in Shepway district. CT20 2DB is located in the Folkestone Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Folkestone and Hythe. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pleydell Gardens, Folkestone, CT20 2DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT20 2DU, CT20 2BT, CT20 2DN, CT20 2DY, CT20 2BL, CT20 2DT, CT20 2BW, CT20 2DA, CT20 2DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT20 2DB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 56% 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 | 49.3% | 56% | 6.7% | 51.0% | 5.0% |
| Male | 50.7% | 44% | -6.7% | 49.0% | -5.0% |
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 | 28.7% | 28.7% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 31% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 4.3% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 16.3% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 19.5% | 19.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 13.6% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63%) 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 | 23.7% | 25.3% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -23.1% |
| Good health | 41% | 37.7% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 23.7% | 22.3% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 11% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 7.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 3.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 CT20 2DB this area, 30.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32% | 30.5% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 9.1% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 11.7% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.4% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 9.4% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 29.2% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 95.7% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 84.3% 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 | 92.1% | 84.3% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 11% | 8.5% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 84.3% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 12% | 11.3% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 3% | -4.6% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pleydell Gardens was 508.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.1% higher than the Folkestone Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pleydell Gardens has the 4th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Folkestone Central and the 6th highest crime rate of 347 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 216.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 10 Pleydell Court Pleydell Gardens, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2025-01-30 | £74,368 |
| Flat 2 Pleydell Court Pleydell Gardens, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2025-01-30 | £69,411 |
| Flat 22 Pleydell Court Pleydell Gardens, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-12-09 | £68,332 |
| Flat 24 Pleydell Court Pleydell Gardens, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2024-06-21 | £81,913 |
| Flat 18 Pleydell Court Pleydell Gardens, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-03-08 | £65,910 |
CT20 2DB 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 CT20 2DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 162 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School Church Street , CT20 1SE | - not rated | 582 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School Church Street , CT20 1SE | 4out of 4 | 582 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone Brockman Road , CT20 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Folkestone Christ Church CofE Primary School Brockman Road , CT20 1DJ | - not rated | 652 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Folkestone, St Peter's Church of England Primary School The Durlocks , CT19 6AL | 3out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Harvey Grammar School Cheriton Road , CT19 5JY | 4out of 4 | 1,754 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Harvey Grammar School Cheriton Road , CT19 5JY | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Folkestone School for Girls Coolinge Lane , CT20 3RB | 3out of 4 | 1,831 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Folkestone School for Girls Coolinge Lane , CT20 3RB | - not rated | 1,831 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Channel School Park Farm Road , CT19 5DN | - not rated | 1,880 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Kent College Shorncliffe Road , CT20 2TZ | - not rated | 945 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 | 1,893 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone Beacon Plus 16 Bouverie Place , CT20 1AU | - not rated | 297 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace School Grace Hill , CT20 1HE | - not rated | 721 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Coastal Park 18 Wiltie Gardens , CT19 5AX | - not rated | 870 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Preparatory School 18 Wiltie Gardens , CT19 5AX | - not rated | 870 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Grace School Grace Chapel , St Michael's Street CT20 1LS | - not rated | 884 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Cafe Ganmac | 121 SANDGATE ROAD | 86 yd | |
| Portofino Ristoranto | 124A SANDGATE ROAD | 100 yd | |
| Gourmet Kitchen | 124A SANDGATE ROAD | 100 yd | |
| Bella Pizza & Pasta | 124 SANDGATE ROAD | 102 yd | |
| Three Dragons | 113 SANDGATE ROAD | 113 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chambers | BASEMENT BUSINESS PREMISES, 98 SANDGATE ROAD | 162 yd | |
| Junction 13 | 1B TOWN WALK | 166 yd | |
| The Portland Hotel & Skuba | 2-4 LANGHORNE GARDENS | 197 yd | |
| One Foot In The Grape | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 21 CHERITON PLACE | 208 yd | |
| Picklebacks | 20 CHERITON PLACE | 219 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby Murray Indian Curry | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 135 SANDGATE ROAD | 46 yd | |
| The New Delhi | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 135 SANDGATE ROAD | 46 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 128 SANDGATE ROAD | 89 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 115 SANDGATE ROAD | 106 yd | |
| Folkestone Kebab House | 5 Majestic Parade, Sandgate Road | 177 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | SAINSBURYS, 5 BOUVERIE ROAD WEST | 156 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 MAJESTIC HOUSE, BOUVERIE ROAD WEST | 256 yd | |
| Iceland | ICELAND FROZEN FOODS PLC, WEST TERRACE | 317 yd | |
| Asda Stores | ASDA, BOUVERIE PLACE SHOPPING CENTRE, 19 ALEXANDRA GARDENS | 394 yd | |
| Lidl | LIDL UK GMBH, SHELLONS STREET | 579 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fit One 88A 88A SANDGATE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 191 yd |
| Trugym Folkestone WEST TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 293 yd |
| Folkstone Constitutional Club (Closed) Guildhall Street | 556 yd | |
| Christ Church Cep Academy BROCKMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| Grace School (Closed) Grace Hill | 705 yd | |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Folkestone) MARINE PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 779 yd |
| South Kent College (Closed) Shorncliffe Road | health and fitness suite | 944 yd |
| Open Health & Fitness Club (Folkestone) (Closed) The Metropole The Metropole The Leas | health and fitness suite | 1,019 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 | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.