Seasalter Lane is in Seasalter, Whitstable and in Canterbury district. CT5 4BS is located in the Seasalter electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Canterbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Seasalter Lane, Seasalter, Whitstable, CT5 4BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT5 4BX, CT5 4BD, CT5 4QG, CT5 4BB, CT5 4BE, CT5 4BG, CT5 4AX, CT5 4AY, CT5 4ST.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT5 4BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.4% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.6% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 18.9% | 22.3% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 47.8% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 16.1% | 6.8% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 12.1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 | 36.6% | 42.3% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 34.3% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 13.6% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 6.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 CT5 4BS this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.6% | 28.9% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 9.8% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.3% | 15.6% | 6.3% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.3% | 8% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 15.1% | 8.9% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 18.2% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.4% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.2% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.9% | 97.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Seasalter Lane was 16.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.8% lower than the Chestfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Seasalter Lane has the 20th lowest crime rate of 80 local areas in Chestfield and the 59th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Acres Seasalter Lane, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2023-06-30 | £911,576 |
| Five Acres Seasalter Lane, Whitstable, Kent Other, an established residential building | £18,900,000 | 2023-06-30 | £19,001,395 |
| 4 Seasalter Lane, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2023-04-27 | £639,018 |
| 5 Seasalter Lane, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2019-09-27 | £558,204 |
| 4 Seasalter Lane, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £474,000 | 2017-07-26 | £556,435 |
CT5 4BS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CT5 4BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Lane Primary Foundation School Joy Lane , CT5 4LT | 3out of 4 | 1,558 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitstable Junior School Oxford Street , CT5 1DB | 3out of 4 | 2,559 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alphege Church of England Infant School Oxford Street , CT5 1DA | 3out of 4 | 2,560 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 | 2,794 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmeads Community Infant School Cromwell Road , CT5 1NA | 4out of 4 | 3,170 yd | Community 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 | 3,151 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 | 2,943 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Womens Institute Hall | 8 Faversham Road, Whitstable | 610 yd | |
| Friends Cafe | Estuary View Medical Centre, 25 Boorman Way | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homing Club House Ltd | Homing Caravan Park, Church Lane | 302 yd | |
| The Oyster Pearl Pub And Restaurant Ltd | The Oyster Pearl Public House, 185 Faversham Road | 834 yd | |
| Alberta Holiday Park Clubhouse | Faversham Road, Whitstable | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasalter Fish Bar | 129B Faversham Road, Seasalter | 468 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 129C Faversham Road, Seasalter | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | 53 Faversham Road, Seasalter | 253 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| 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 | 11.1% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.