Stanley Road is in Whitstable and in Canterbury district. CT5 4NJ 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 Stanley Road, Whitstable, CT5 4NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT5 4NF, CT5 4NN, CT5 4NH, CT5 4FW, CT5 4NE, CT5 4NQ, CT5 4NG, CT5 4NL, CT5 4JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT5 4NJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.5% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 21.9% | 29.1% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 48.3% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 9.4% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 9% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 36.9% | 39.6% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 38.5% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 16.2% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 23.7% | 15.8% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 14.1% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.2% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.8% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 16.7% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 31.2% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.5% | 98.1% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 94.9% | 96.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 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 | 94.5% | 96.3% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stanley Road was 109.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.8% lower than the Gorrell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stanley Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Gorrell and the 131st highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Stanley Road, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £527,500 | 2024-03-27 | £558,217 |
| 10 Stanley Road, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-12-20 | £359,378 |
| 21 Stanley Road, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £490,500 | 2022-02-10 | £491,020 |
| 11 Stanley Road, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £617,500 | 2022-01-12 | £625,442 |
| 4 Stanley Road, Whitstable, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2021-10-21 | £442,728 |
CT5 4NJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 4NJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Lane Primary Foundation School Joy Lane , CT5 4LT | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitstable Junior School Oxford Street , CT5 1DB | 3out of 4 | 788 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alphege Church of England Infant School Oxford Street , CT5 1DA | 3out of 4 | 820 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 | 1,072 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmeads Community Infant School Cromwell Road , CT5 1NA | 4out of 4 | 1,396 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 | 1,178 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 | 1,305 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria's Cafe (Whitstable) Ltd | 58 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 438 yd | |
| Seven Seas Fish Bar And Restaurant | 22-24 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 557 yd | |
| Fable & Green | 67-69 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 703 yd | |
| Street Kings Smoke Shack Whitstable | 49 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 759 yd | |
| Thirty Nine | 39 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Two Brewers | 72 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 408 yd | |
| The Handsome Sam | 3 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 654 yd | |
| Labour Club | 12 Belmont Road, Whitstable | 675 yd | |
| The East Kent | 72 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 697 yd | |
| British Legion Social Centre | Weston House, 61 Oxford Street | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Seasons Take Away | 41 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 547 yd | |
| Browns And Co | Old Coal Yard, Belmont Road | 689 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 20 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 902 yd | |
| Jim's Of Whitstable Ltd | 99-101 High Street, Whitstable | 1,026 yd | |
| Sabara Takeaway | 88 High Street, Whitstable | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Stores | 14-16 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 594 yd | |
| Co-Op Late Store | 58-62 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 779 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Joy Lane Junior School Joy Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 555 yd |
| Whitstable Town Fc Belmont Road | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| The Belmont Ground Belmont Road | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| Whitstable And Seasalter Golf Course Collingwood Road | golf | 787 yd |
| Whitstable Sports Centre Bellevue Road | health and fitness suite | 1,063 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 | 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 | 37.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.