Sydney Road is in Whitstable and in Canterbury district. CT5 4JU 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 Sydney Road, Whitstable, CT5 4JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT5 4LG, CT5 4LB, CT5 4JT, CT5 1QL, CT5 4JS, CT5 4LF, CT5 1QF, CT5 1QE, CT5 4LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT5 4JU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 50.6% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 47% | 49.4% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CT5 4JU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.1% | 42.6% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.3% | 37.9% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 14% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 7% | 2.2% | -4.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 45.6% | 44.5% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 31.6% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 16.4% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 5.2% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.4% | 23.4% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 14.2% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 20.4% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 3.3% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 16.8% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 19.3% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 94.2% | 88.7% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 3.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 94.2% | 91.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 91.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 6.6% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sydney Road was 42.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.6% lower than the Chestfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sydney Road has the 36th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Chestfield and the 186th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sydney Road, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-11-06 | £250,000 |
| 22 Sydney Road, Whitstable, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-07-18 | £314,671 |
| 42 Sydney Road, Whitstable, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-02-20 | £421,634 |
| 30 Sydney Road, Whitstable, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-04-13 | £354,899 |
| 44 Sydney Road, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2018-03-02 | £380,878 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitstable Junior School Oxford Street , CT5 1DB | 3out of 4 | 767 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alphege Church of England Infant School Oxford Street , CT5 1DA | 3out of 4 | 817 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 | 973 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joy Lane Primary Foundation School Joy Lane , CT5 4LT | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmeads Community Infant School Cromwell Road , CT5 1NA | 4out of 4 | 1,150 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 | 542 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 | 1,212 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Seas Fish Bar And Restaurant | 22-24 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 711 yd | |
| Victoria's Cafe (Whitstable) Ltd | 58 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 733 yd | |
| Fable & Green | 67-69 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 765 yd | |
| Street Kings Smoke Shack Whitstable | 49 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 845 yd | |
| Thirty Nine | 39 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitstable Cricket Club | Belmont Road, Whitstable | 616 yd | |
| Labour Club | 12 Belmont Road, Whitstable | 674 yd | |
| The Handsome Sam | 3 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 709 yd | |
| The Two Brewers | 72 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 743 yd | |
| British Legion Social Centre | Weston House, 61 Oxford Street | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns And Co | Old Coal Yard, Belmont Road | 667 yd | |
| Four Seasons Take Away | 41 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 675 yd | |
| Golden Moon | 51 Old Bridge Road, Whitstable | 832 yd | |
| Yo To Go | Tesco, Millstrood Road | 890 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 20 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Stores | 14-16 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 707 yd | |
| Tesco | Millstrood Road, Whitstable | 847 yd | |
| Co-Op Late Store | 58-62 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 886 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitstable Sports Centre Bellevue Road | health and fitness suite | 426 yd |
| The Belmont Ground Belmont Road | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| Whitstable Town Fc Belmont Road | grass pitches | 487 yd |
| The Whitstable School Bellevue Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Westmeads Recreation Ground Cromwell Road | grass pitches | 993 yd |
| Whitstable And Seasalter Golf Course Collingwood Road | golf | 1,024 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 | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 114.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.