Oxford Street is in Whitstable and in Canterbury district. CT5 1DA is located in the Gorrell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Canterbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT5 1QX, CT5 4EX, CT5 1DG, CT5 4HJ, CT5 1QP, CT5 1NW, CT5 4HL, CT5 4HN, CT5 1DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT5 1DA has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57% 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 | 51.1% | 57% | 5.9% | 51.0% | 6.0% |
| Male | 48.9% | 43% | -5.9% | 49.0% | -6.0% |
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 | 40.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 27.7% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 16% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 11.7% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.5% | 47.9% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 30% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 13.2% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 8.2% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 16.7% | 15.6% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 8.7% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 9.5% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 16.5% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37% | 42.4% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 8.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 93.9% | 95% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 95% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55% | 37.2% | 17.8% |
| Christian | 35% | 46.2% | -11.2% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oxford Street was 964.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 649.3% higher than the Gorrell average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Oxford Street has the highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Gorrell and the 6th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 106.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71A Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-03-20 | £182,804 |
| 63 Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent Other, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2022-04-04 | £52,214 |
| 78 Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-10-15 | £330,713 |
| 80 Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-05-28 | £322,921 |
| 76 Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-03-10 | £350,000 |
CT5 1DA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
| Retired | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitstable Junior School Oxford Street , CT5 1DB | 3out of 4 | 105 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alphege Church of England Infant School Oxford Street , CT5 1DA | 3out of 4 | 115 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitstable and Seasalter Endowed Church of England Junior School High Street , CT5 1AY | 4out of 4 | 373 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmeads Community Infant School Cromwell Road , CT5 1NA | 4out of 4 | 733 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joy Lane Primary Foundation School Joy Lane , CT5 4LT | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitstable School Bellevue Road , CT5 1PX | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Polar Re Start Centre ISP Centre, Regent Street , CT5 1JD | - not rated | 595 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fable & Green | 67-69 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 9 yd | |
| Street Kings Smoke Shack Whitstable | 49 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 72 yd | |
| Thirty Nine | 39 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 96 yd | |
| Hunsbury Spice Ltd / TA Taste Of India | 40 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 144 yd | |
| Seven Seas Fish Bar And Restaurant | 22-24 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 157 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Legion Social Centre | Weston House, 61 Oxford Street | 16 yd | |
| The East Kent | 72 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 39 yd | |
| The Handsome Sam | 3 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 68 yd | |
| The Coach And Horses | 37 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 100 yd | |
| Labour Club | 12 Belmont Road, Whitstable | 103 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns And Co | Old Coal Yard, Belmont Road | 117 yd | |
| Four Seasons Take Away | 41 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 164 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 20 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 221 yd | |
| Jim's Of Whitstable Ltd | 99-101 High Street, Whitstable | 322 yd | |
| Sabara Takeaway | 88 High Street, Whitstable | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Late Store | 58-62 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 114 yd | |
| Co-Op Stores | 14-16 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 118 yd | |
| Sainsburys Local | 44-48 High Street, Whitstable | 537 yd | |
| Iceland | 34-36 High Street, Whitstable | 574 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitstable And Seasalter Golf Course Collingwood Road | golf | 290 yd |
| Whitstable Town Fc Belmont Road | grass pitches | 297 yd |
| The Belmont Ground Belmont Road | grass pitches | 334 yd |
| Westmeads Recreation Ground Cromwell Road | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Joy Lane Junior School Joy Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 946 yd |
| The Whitstable School Bellevue Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,028 yd |
| Whitstable Sports Centre Bellevue Road | health and fitness suite | 1,039 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 | 23.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 23.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 23.3% |
| 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 | 50.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.