Folks Wood Way is in Lympne, Hythe and in Shepway district. CT21 4EW is located in the Hythe Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Folkestone and Hythe. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Folks Wood Way, Lympne, Hythe, CT21 4EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT21 4JP, CT21 4EG, CT21 4JS, CT21 4JW, CT21 4JR, CT21 4JY, CT21 4JT, CT21 4JX, CT21 4JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT21 4EW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CT21 4EW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22% | 24.9% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.2% | 57.1% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.6% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 52.1% | 49.1% | -3.0% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 35% | 36% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 10% | 10.5% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 CT21 4EW this area, 5.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.1% | 5.5% | -7.6% | 18.2% | -12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 11.1% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 18% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 7.8% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 24% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 31.3% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.1% | 96.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 96.4% | 96.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 76.7% | 17.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Folks Wood Way was 6.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.8% lower than the Hythe Rural average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Folks Wood Way has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Hythe Rural and the 10th lowest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Folks Wood Way, Hythe, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2025-05-02 | £490,000 |
| 15 Folks Wood Way, Hythe, Kent Other, an established residential building | £250 | 2023-07-20 | £251 |
| 10 Folks Wood Way, Hythe, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-06-23 | £475,683 |
| 36 Folks Wood Way, Hythe, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2023-03-31 | £508,981 |
| 14 Folks Wood Way, Hythe, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2022-10-26 | £438,310 |
CT21 4EW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lympne Church of England Primary School Octavian Drive , Lympne CT21 4JG | 3out of 4 | 465 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Palmarsh Primary School St George's Place , CT21 6NE | 3out of 4 | 2,733 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School St John's Road , CT21 4BE | 3out of 4 | 3,454 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sellindge Primary School Main Road , Sellindge TN25 6JY | 4out of 4 | 3,474 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltwood CofE Primary School Grange Road , Saltwood CT21 4QS | 4out of 4 | 4,034 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brockhill Park Performing Arts College Sandling Road , Saltwood CT21 4HL | 3out of 4 | 2,984 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bistro | LYMPNE CASTLE, THE STREET | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Members | COUNTY MEMBERS, ALDINGTON ROAD | 717 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lympne Village Hall And Playing Field ALDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 672 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 111.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.