Chaucer Avenue is in Whitstable and in Canterbury district. CT5 3HD is located in the Chestfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Canterbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chaucer Avenue, Whitstable, CT5 3HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT5 3HA, CT5 3HE, CT5 3HB, CT5 3HG, CT5 3HF, CT5 3ET, CT5 3HP, CT5 3EY, CT5 3HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT5 3HD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents 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 | 51.5% | 52.7% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 48.5% | 47.3% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 36.2% | 34.2% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 41.2% | 2.3% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 14% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 42.7% | 41% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 34.9% | -4.4% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 15.1% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 7.2% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 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 | 17.6% | 22.1% | 4.5% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 7.5% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 18.1% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 19% | 1.8% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 25.7% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 99.6% | 96% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 95% | 93.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 94.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 36.3% | 46.2% | -9.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chaucer Avenue was 41.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.2% lower than the Chestfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chaucer Avenue has the 37th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Chestfield and the 184th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Chaucer Avenue, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2023-06-16 | £316,592 |
| 7 Chaucer Avenue, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-09-13 | £316,507 |
| 6 Chaucer Avenue, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2013-10-09 | £340,983 |
| 1 Chaucer Avenue, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2012-06-15 | £310,840 |
| 4 Chaucer Avenue, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2012-03-15 | £326,550 |
CT5 3HD 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| 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 | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swalecliffe Community Primary School Bridgefield Road , Swalecliffe CT5 2PH | 3out of 4 | 797 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whitstable Northwood Road , CT5 2EY | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmeads Community Infant School Cromwell Road , CT5 1NA | 4out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitstable and Seasalter Endowed Church of England Junior School High Street , CT5 1AY | 4out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitstable Junior School Oxford Street , CT5 1DB | 3out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 1,167 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay High School Bullockstone Road , CT6 7NS | 3out of 4 | 4,808 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,849 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emmas Cafe | 81 John Wilson Business Park, Harvey Drive | 402 yd | |
| Riverside Cafe | Riverside Campus, Thanet Way | 610 yd | |
| Ossies Grill | 205 Tankerton Road, Whitstable | 817 yd | |
| Quite Contrary | 150 Tankerton Road, Whitstable | 911 yd | |
| Land And Sea | 139D Tankerton Road, East Of Tankerton Circus | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Monument | 32 Church Street, Whitstable | 832 yd | |
| The Oyster Bed | The Oyster Bed, Thanet Way | 877 yd | |
| The Royal | 64 Marine Parade, Whitstable | 891 yd | |
| Ales And Antiques | 136 Tankerton Road, East Of Tankerton Circus | 956 yd | |
| Whitstable Rugby Football Club | Whitstable Rugby Club, Reeves Way | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Fish And Chips | 207 Tankerton Road, Whitstable | 817 yd | |
| Lucky House | 154 Tankerton Road, Whitstable | 904 yd | |
| Tankerton Kebabs | 140 Tankerton Road, Whitstable | 941 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 138 Tankerton Road, Whitstable | 945 yd | |
| Tankerton Tandoori | 103 Tankerton Road, Whitstable | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Reeves Way, Chestfield | 782 yd | |
| Tesco | 141 Tankerton Road, Whitstable | 935 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swalecliffe Community Primary BRIDGEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Whitstable Rugby Club Reeves Way | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 868 yd |
| Blenheim Stables (Closed) Burnan Road | 870 yd | |
| Chestfield Cricket Club THE PAVILION THE PAVILION GRASMERE ROAD | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| Flex Appeal (Whitstable) 107 107 Tankerton Road | health and fitness suite | 1,015 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% |
| Median download speed | 33.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 118 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.