Holly Close is in Hythe and in Shepway district. CT21 5WA is located in the Hythe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Folkestone and Hythe. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holly Close, Hythe, CT21 5WA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT21 5UG, CT21 5UH, CT21 5WB, CT21 5HZ, CT21 5UF, CT21 5UE, CT21 5PW, CT21 5DS, CT21 5PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT21 5WA has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.9% of the population 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 | 54.1% | 58.9% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 7.9% |
| Male | 45.9% | 41.1% | -4.8% | 49.0% | -7.9% |
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 | 18.2% | 16.7% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -21.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 48.2% | -11.8% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 3.6% | 8.3% | 4.7% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 16.4% | 23.9% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 17.8% |
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 | 47.8% | 39.2% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 39.2% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 19.3% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 1.3% | -3.9% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 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 | 21.3% | 13.3% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 9% | 1.0% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 12.2% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.8% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 9.7% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.3% | 41.4% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 4.9% | 7.6% | 2.7% | 2.8% | 4.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.6% | 95.3% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 90.7% | 91.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 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 | 89.6% | 91.1% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.9% | 37.2% | -11.3% |
| Christian | 68.4% | 46.2% | 22.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holly Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hythe average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 614.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% 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 Holly Close, Hythe, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-09-07 | £291,716 |
| 2 Holly Close, Hythe, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-08-04 | £265,266 |
| 4 Holly Close, Hythe, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2017-04-26 | £333,165 |
| 5 Holly Close, Hythe, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2015-11-30 | £312,965 |
| 1 Holly Close, Hythe, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2015-04-14 | £313,640 |
CT21 5WA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CT21 5WA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 148 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saltwood CofE Primary School Grange Road , Saltwood CT21 4QS | 4out of 4 | 895 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hythe Bay CofE Primary School Cinque Ports Avenue , CT21 6HS | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School St John's Road , CT21 4BE | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seabrook Church of England Primary School Seabrook Road , CT21 5RL | 4out of 4 | 2,511 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School Horn Street , CT20 3JJ | 4out of 4 | 3,118 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,837 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Folkestone School for Girls Coolinge Lane , CT20 3RB | 4out of 4 | 4,864 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Turner Free School Tile Kiln Lane , Cheriton CT19 4PB | - not rated | 5,031 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Bowen Road , CT19 4FP | 3out of 4 | 4,942 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florences Artisan Bakery | 162 HIGH STREET | 258 yd | |
| Coppers | 26 PROSPECT ROAD | 264 yd | |
| The Conservatory | 139B HIGH STREET | 269 yd | |
| Twenty Four | HYTHE BRASSERIE, 2A DOUGLAS AVENUE | 317 yd | |
| Ellie’s Baking Goods | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 121 HIGH STREET | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Potting Shed | 160A HIGH STREET | 261 yd | |
| Carousel Lounge | 166-170 HIGH STREET | 263 yd | |
| The Bell Inn | THE BELL INN, 1 SEABROOK ROAD | 336 yd | |
| Kings Head | KINGS HEAD, 117 HIGH STREET | 347 yd | |
| The Butt of Sherry | THE BUTT OF SHERRY, 3-5 THEATRE STREET | 408 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong House | 166-170 HIGH STREET | 263 yd | |
| Aspendos Hythe | ASPENDOS, PROSPECT ROAD | 305 yd | |
| Golden Bowl | 20 HIGH STREET | 729 yd | |
| Mit Milch | 2 CORNER HOUSE BUILDINGS, RED LION SQUARE | 790 yd | |
| Park Road Fish Bar | 2A Park Road | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | WAITROSE, PROSPECT ROAD | 305 yd | |
| Iceland | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 54-56 HIGH STREET | 643 yd | |
| Sainsburys | SAINSBURYS, 19 MILITARY ROAD | 1,016 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Hythe Fitness Centre (Closed) 158b 158b High Street | health and fitness suite | 298 yd |
| Hythe Cricket And Squash Club The Grove | grass pitches, squash courts | 644 yd |
| Saltwood Cricket Club Tanner's Hill | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Hythe Swimming Pool SOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 879 yd |
| Hythe Imperial Health Club & Spa PRINCES PARADE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 879 yd |
| South Road Recreation Ground South Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 893 yd |
| Sene Valley Golf Club BLACKHOUSE HILL | golf | 913 yd |
| Saltwood Ce Primary School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,034 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.