Waterworks Cottages is in Kingston, Canterbury and in Canterbury district. CT4 6JX is located in the Nailbourne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Canterbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Waterworks Cottages, Kingston, Canterbury, CT4 6JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT4 6JX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.2% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.8% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 22% | 27.7% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62% | 49.5% | -12.5% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 11.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 8.4% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 49.8% | 45.8% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 39.2% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 11% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 CT4 6JX this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 44.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18% | 9.3% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 9.3% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 10.8% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 21.1% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.5% | 44.6% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 10.8% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.4% | 94.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 94.1% | 97.8% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 97.8% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93% | 76.7% | 16.3% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waterworks Cottages was 30.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.3% lower than the Little Stour & Adisham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Waterworks Cottages has the 12th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Little Stour & Adisham and the 135th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Waterworks Cottages, Canterbury, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2002-07-11 | £447,685 |
| 2 Waterworks Cottages, Canterbury, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2002-06-07 | £463,419 |
CT4 6JX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% 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.
CT4 6JX 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 CT4 6JX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barham Church of England Primary School Valley Road , Barham CT4 6NX | 3out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge and Patrixbourne Church of England Primary School Conyngham Lane , Bridge CT4 5JX | 3out of 4 | 4,151 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylesham Primary School Attlee Avenue , Aylesham CT3 3BS | 3out of 4 | 4,199 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Adisham Church of England Primary School The Street , Adisham CT3 3JW | 4out of 4 | 4,501 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Aylesham Ackholt Road , Aylesham CT3 3AS | 3out of 4 | 4,968 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Robin Inn | Covet Lane, Kingston | 428 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.