Shorncliffe Road is in Folkestone and in Shepway district. CT20 2PE is located in the Folkestone Central 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 Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, CT20 2PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT20 2PD, CT20 2UD, CT20 2PF, CT20 2WH, CT20 2NQ, CT20 2DG, CT20 2JY, CT20 2NH, CT20 2JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT20 2PE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 54% | 52.1% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 46% | 47.9% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 33.1% | 35.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 43.7% | 4.8% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 7.9% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 14% | 10% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 41.4% | 43.5% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 37.8% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 15.3% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.8% | 17.5% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 7.3% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 9.5% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 38.9% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 5.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 6.9% | 3.0% | 2.8% | 4.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94% | 93.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 89.4% | 89.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 5.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 88.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 6.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 1.5% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shorncliffe Road was 17.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.5% lower than the Broadmead average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Shorncliffe Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Broadmead and the 50th lowest crime rate of 347 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Lyn Court Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2025-01-24 | £215,173 |
| 7 Lyn Court Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-10-23 | £283,394 |
| 7 Lyn Court Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-10-29 | £174,444 |
| 5 Lyn Court Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-05-18 | £162,015 |
| 2 Lyn Court Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2017-12-14 | £171,595 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandgate Primary School Coolinge Lane , CT20 3QU | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morehall Primary Chart Road , CT19 4PN | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morehall Primary School Chart Road , CT19 4PN | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morehall Primary School and Nursery Morehall Primary School and Nursery , Chart Road CT19 4PN | 3out of 4 | 1,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stella Maris Catholic Primary School Parkfield Road , CT19 5BY | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 616 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Harvey Grammar School Cheriton Road , CT19 5JY | - not rated | 616 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Folkestone School for Girls Coolinge Lane , CT20 3RB | 3out of 4 | 926 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Folkestone School for Girls Coolinge Lane , CT20 3RB | - not rated | 926 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Pent Valley Technology College Surrenden Road , CT19 4ED | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 425 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 | 1,305 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbrook House Preparatory School Westbrook House , Shorncliffe Road CT20 2NQ | - not rated | 131 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| School of English Studies 26 Grimston Gardens , CT20 2PY | - not rated | 243 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbrook House Preparatory School 54shorncliffe Road , CT20 2NB | - not rated | 277 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) 29 Shorncliffe Road , CT20 2NB | - not rated | 282 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Coastal Park 18 Wiltie Gardens , CT19 5AX | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wards Hotel & Bistro | 39 EARLS AVENUE | 466 yd | |
| Folkestone Bowls Centre | FOLKESTONE BOWLS CENTRE, CHERITON ROAD | 538 yd | |
| Three Hills Sports Park | PAVILION AND SPORTS HALL, THREE HILLS SPORTS PARK, CHERITON ROAD | 671 yd | |
| Thong Dees Thai | PARK INN, 2 RADNOR PARK ROAD | 804 yd | |
| Grand Hotel | GRAND HOTEL, THE LEAS | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Invicta | FOLKESTONE INVICTA FOOTBALL CLUB, CHERITON ROAD | 538 yd | |
| Nailbox | THE NAIL BOX, 74 COOLINGE LANE | 752 yd | |
| Park Inn Hotel | PARK INN, 2 RADNOR PARK ROAD | 804 yd | |
| Keppel's Bar | THE GRAND, THE LEAS | 813 yd | |
| Folkestone Park Bowls Club | PARK BOWLING CLUB, RADNOR PARK AVENUE | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Kiosk - Coffee Folkes | COFFEE KIOSK, FOLKESTONE WEST RAILWAY STATION, SHORNCLIFFE ROAD | 624 yd | |
| Go Go Espresso | COFFEE KIOSK, FOLKESTONE WEST RAILWAY STATION, SHORNCLIFFE ROAD | 624 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 235 CHERITON ROAD | 829 yd | |
| Central Fish Bar | GROUND BUSINESS PREMISES FLOOR, 98A CHERITON ROAD | 874 yd | |
| Ho Ho | 53 BOUVERIE ROAD WEST | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 148 CHERITON ROAD | 441 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 100-102 CHERITON ROAD | 847 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 MAJESTIC HOUSE, BOUVERIE ROAD WEST | 977 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Kent College (Closed) Shorncliffe Road | health and fitness suite | 424 yd |
| Folkestone Indoor Bowls Centre CHERITON ROAD | indoor bowls | 537 yd |
| Westbourne Coolinge Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 609 yd |
| The Fullicks Stadium CHERITON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 615 yd |
| The Harvey Grammar School CHERITON ROAD | 621 yd | |
| Three Hills Sports Park Cheriton Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 785 yd |
| Open Health & Fitness Club (Folkestone) (Closed) The Metropole The Metropole The Leas | health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Folkestone Sports Centre RADNOR PARK AVENUE | golf, health and fitness suite, ski slopes, squash courts, swimming pool | 881 yd |
| The Harvey Grammar School (Alan Philpott Memorial Sports Ground) Cherry Garden Avenue | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| The Folkestone School For Girls COOLINGE LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 923 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 | 75.0% |
| 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 | 25.0% |
| Median download speed | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.84 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.