St Stephens Way is in Folkestone and in Shepway district. CT20 3RD is located in the Sandgate & West 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 St Stephens Way, Folkestone, CT20 3RD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT20 3AU, CT20 3RE, CT20 2JF, CT20 3RA, CT20 2JG, CT20 3JQ, CT20 3RJ, CT20 3AX, CT20 2JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT20 3RD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 52.4% | 52.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 27.5% | 22.4% | -5.1% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 49.6% | 5.6% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 9.7% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 12.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.5% | 38.2% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 39.2% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 15.6% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 6.3% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
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 45.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.1% | 15.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 10% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 10.7% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 2.2% | -2.4% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 12.2% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31% | 45.2% | 14.2% | 33.8% | 11.4% |
| Other | 8.1% | 3.7% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.5% | 94.8% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 90.9% | 89.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 7.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 88.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0% | -7.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Stephens Way was 53.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.8% lower than the Broadmead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Stephens Way has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Broadmead and the 166th lowest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaview St Stephens Way, Folkestone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2017-03-30 | £628,203 |
| Seascape St Stephens Way, Folkestone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2015-09-15 | £833,594 |
| Seascape St Stephens Way, Folkestone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2004-10-01 | £476,253 |
| Chipchase Lodge St Stephens Way, Folkestone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2003-10-31 | £1,008,083 |
| Seascape St Stephens Way, Folkestone, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 1998-06-03 | £222,704 |
CT20 3RD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CT20 3RD 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 retired residents living in CT20 3RD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandgate Primary School Coolinge Lane , CT20 3QU | 4out of 4 | 360 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morehall Primary Morehall Primary, Chart Road , CT19 4PN | 2out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Soul's Church of England Primary School Stanley Road , CT19 4LG | 3out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone Brockman Road , CT20 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,963 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheriton Primary School Church Road , CT20 3EP | 3out of 4 | 1,964 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Folkestone School for Girls Coolinge Lane , CT20 3RB | 4out of 4 | 15 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Harvey Grammar School Cheriton Road , CT19 5JY | 4out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Turner Free School Tile Kiln Lane , Cheriton CT19 4PB | - not rated | 1,659 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Folkestone Academy Academy Lane , CT19 5FP | 3out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of English Studies 26 Grimston Gardens , CT20 2PY | - not rated | 975 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) 29 Shorncliffe Road , CT20 2NB | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Coastal Park Heather Lodge , 2 Radnor Park West CT19 5HH | - not rated | 1,560 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Bowen Road , CT19 4FP | 3out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon Folkestone Park Farm Road , CT19 5DN | 4out of 4 | 2,338 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saga Pavilion Restaurant | SAGA PAVILION, ENBROOK PARK, SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 298 yd | |
| Yaps Coffee Cycle Hub | 31-33 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 537 yd | |
| Sandgate Vaults | 35-37 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 558 yd | |
| Loaf | 61-61A SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 659 yd | |
| Mr Whippets Cafe | 72 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 692 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Norfolk Hotel | ROYAL NORFOLK HOTEL, 7 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 436 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | MASONIC HALL, GOUGH ROAD | 552 yd | |
| The Providence Inn | THE PROVIDENCE INN, 47-49 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 616 yd | |
| The Famous Ship Inn | SHIP INN, 65 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 672 yd | |
| Sandgate Mens Club | CHICHESTER MEMORIAL HALL, 70 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Fish Shop | 6 GOUGH ROAD | 512 yd | |
| The Savoury Slice | 30A SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 553 yd | |
| Roka Pizza | 91 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 776 yd | |
| Hungry Seagull | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMESIS, 94 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 787 yd | |
| The Fat Raj | 94 SANDGATE HIGH STREET | 787 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Folkestone School For Girls COOLINGE LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 147 yd |
| Westbourne Coolinge Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 377 yd |
| Sandgate Scout Hut SCOUT ASSOCIATION HEADQUARTERS SCOUT ASSOCIATION HEADQUARTERS THE UNDERCLIFF | 658 yd | |
| Open Health & Fitness Club (Folkestone) (Closed) The Metropole The Metropole The Leas | health and fitness suite | 723 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 | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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 | 28.6% |
| Median download speed | 37.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.