Town Lane is in Chartham Hatch, Canterbury and in Canterbury district. CT4 7NN is located in the Chartham & Stone Street electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Canterbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Town Lane, Chartham Hatch, Canterbury, CT4 7NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT4 7NA, CT4 7NP, CT4 7ND, CT4 7NJ, CT4 7NB, CT4 7LT, CT4 7LX, CT4 7LU, CT4 7NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CT4 7NN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 46.5% | 49.7% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 53.5% | 50.3% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 CT4 7NN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.8% 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 | 20.4% | 25.9% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68% | 57.8% | -10.2% | 44.2% | 13.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 8.1% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 8.1% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 39.4% | 51.8% | 12.4% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 42.9% | 28.9% | -14.0% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 14.5% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 15% | 18% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 7.5% | 1.4% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.5% | 9% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 7.5% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 21.8% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.9% | 34.6% | -10.3% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 95.3% | 89.8% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 8.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 92.2% 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% | 92.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 92.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.8% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Town Lane was 44.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.9% higher than the Blean Forest average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Town Lane has the 24th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Blean Forest and the 193rd lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jesmond Town Lane, Canterbury, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2020-09-17 | £508,727 |
| 1 Town Lane, Canterbury, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2007-07-13 | £410,323 |
| Stonybrooke Town Lane, Canterbury, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2005-06-17 | £395,031 |
| Jesmond Town Lane, Canterbury, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £133,750 | 1999-03-25 | £613,450 |
CT4 7NN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7NN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chartham Primary School Shalmsford Street , Chartham CT4 7QN | - not rated | 2,514 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Canterbury Primary School City View , Franklyn Road CT2 8PT | 3out of 4 | 3,764 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wincheap Foundation Primary School Hollow Lane , CT1 3SD | 3out of 4 | 4,455 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blean Primary School Whitstable Road , Blean CT2 9ED | 4out of 4 | 4,471 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilham, St Mary's Church of England Primary School School Hill , Chilham CT4 8DE | 3out of 4 | 5,068 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Canterbury Academy Knight Avenue , CT2 8QA | 3out of 4 | 4,020 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent College Nursery, Infant and Junior School Harbledown , Canterbury CT2 9AQ | - not rated | 2,813 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New School Canterbury New School Canterbury , Garlinge Green Road CT4 5RU | - not rated | 3,852 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kent College International Study Centre Whitstable Road , CT2 9DT | - not rated | 4,252 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kent College (Canterbury) Whitstable Road , CT2 9DT | - not rated | 4,252 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope View School Station Approach , Chilham CT4 8EG | - not rated | 4,274 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
| Median download speed | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.96 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.96 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.