Canterbury Road is in Whitstable and in Canterbury district. CT5 4RT 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 Canterbury Road, Whitstable, CT5 4RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT5 4HF, CT5 4FG, CT5 4HE, CT5 4RR, CT5 4LY, CT5 4JB, CT5 4NE, CT5 4HG, CT5 4FW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT5 4RT 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 Canterbury 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.
Canterbury 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Blackstable Court Canterbury Road, Whitstable, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2019-04-18 | £601,769 |
CT5 4RT 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 4RT 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 | 448 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitstable Junior School Oxford Street , CT5 1DB | 3out of 4 | 612 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alphege Church of England Infant School Oxford Street , CT5 1DA | 3out of 4 | 633 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 | 891 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmeads Community Infant School Cromwell Road , CT5 1NA | 4out of 4 | 1,243 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 | 1,282 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 | 1,108 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 | 215 yd | |
| Seven Seas Fish Bar And Restaurant | 22-24 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 363 yd | |
| Fable & Green | 67-69 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 512 yd | |
| Street Kings Smoke Shack Whitstable | 49 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 550 yd | |
| Thirty Nine | 39 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Two Brewers | 72 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 175 yd | |
| The Handsome Sam | 3 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 476 yd | |
| The East Kent | 72 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 495 yd | |
| Labour Club | 12 Belmont Road, Whitstable | 515 yd | |
| British Legion Social Centre | Weston House, 61 Oxford Street | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Seasons Take Away | 41 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 367 yd | |
| Browns And Co | Old Coal Yard, Belmont Road | 533 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 20 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 679 yd | |
| Jim's Of Whitstable Ltd | 99-101 High Street, Whitstable | 812 yd | |
| Sabara Takeaway | 88 High Street, Whitstable | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Stores | 14-16 Canterbury Road, Whitstable | 406 yd | |
| Co-Op Late Store | 58-62 Oxford Street, Whitstable | 562 yd | |
| Sainsburys Local | 44-48 High Street, Whitstable | 1,005 yd | |
| Iceland | 34-36 High Street, Whitstable | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Joy Lane Junior School Joy Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 487 yd |
| Whitstable And Seasalter Golf Course Collingwood Road | golf | 536 yd |
| Whitstable Town Fc Belmont Road | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| The Belmont Ground Belmont Road | grass pitches | 585 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.