Portland Road is in Hythe and in Shepway district. CT21 6EF is located in the Hythe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Folkestone and Hythe. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Portland Road, Hythe, CT21 6EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT21 6EE, CT21 6FG, CT21 6EG, CT21 6FE, CT21 6EJ, CT21 6FR, CT21 6EH, CT21 5BG, CT21 5BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CT21 6EF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 48.7% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 45.5% | 51.3% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 34.4% | 37.4% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 33.6% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -10.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 16.4% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 8% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 43.4% | 40.4% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 36.3% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 15.6% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 21.2% | 16.7% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 16.7% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 15.9% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 32.6% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.9% | 97.1% | 3.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
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 | 91.2% | 91.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 91.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 5.4% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Portland Road was 93.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.5% higher than the Hythe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Portland Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Hythe and the 91st highest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Waterside Court Portland Road, Hythe, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-04-07 | £366,371 |
| 8 Waterside Court Portland Road, Hythe, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-10-03 | £249,750 |
| 6 Waterside Court Portland Road, Hythe, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2018-10-16 | £304,731 |
| 3 Waterside Court Portland Road, Hythe, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2016-02-12 | £315,233 |
| 4 Waterside Court Portland Road, Hythe, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2013-02-14 | £280,618 |
CT21 6EF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hythe Bay CofE Primary School Cinque Ports Avenue , CT21 6HS | 3out of 4 | 281 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School St John's Road , CT21 4BE | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltwood CofE Primary School Grange Road , Saltwood CT21 4QS | 4out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Palmarsh Primary School St George's Place , CT21 6NE | 3out of 4 | 2,410 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seabrook Church of England Primary School Seabrook Road , CT21 5RL | 4out of 4 | 3,143 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 | 1,686 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 Play Parlour | OSBORNE HOUSE, 3-5 PORTLAND ROAD | 77 yd | |
| Lashings Cafe | 30 HIGH STREET | 162 yd | |
| Terracotta Restaurant | 22 HIGH STREET | 163 yd | |
| Everest Inn | 32-34 HIGH STREET | 171 yd | |
| Thailand Tom | 38 HIGH STREET | 179 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Hotel | RED LION HOTEL, RED LION SQUARE | 106 yd | |
| Globe Inn | GLOBE INN, 6-8 HIGH STREET | 151 yd | |
| Three Mariners | THREE MARINERS, 37 WINDMILL STREET | 176 yd | |
| Remedies | 40 HIGH STREET | 188 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, ST LEONARDS ROAD | 234 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mit Milch | 2 CORNER HOUSE BUILDINGS, RED LION SQUARE | 119 yd | |
| Golden Bowl | 20 HIGH STREET | 163 yd | |
| Park Road Fish Bar | 2A Park Road | 337 yd | |
| Aspendos Hythe | ASPENDOS, PROSPECT ROAD | 677 yd | |
| Hong Kong House | 166-170 HIGH STREET | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 54-56 HIGH STREET | 215 yd | |
| Sainsburys | SAINSBURYS, 19 MILITARY ROAD | 406 yd | |
| Waitrose | WAITROSE, PROSPECT ROAD | 677 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hythe Bay C Of E Primary School And Childrens Centre CINQUE PORTS AVENUE | grass pitches | 310 yd |
| Hythe Cricket And Squash Club The Grove | grass pitches, squash courts | 379 yd |
| South Road Recreation Ground South Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 647 yd |
| The Hythe Fitness Centre (Closed) 158b 158b High Street | health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| Reachfield Stadium REACHFIELDS | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Hythe Swimming Pool SOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 865 yd |
| Saltwood Cricket Club Tanner's Hill | grass pitches | 1,086 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.