Douglas Road is in Herne Bay and in Canterbury district. CT6 6AE is located in the Beltinge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Douglas Road, Herne Bay, CT6 6AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT6 6AH, CT6 5SA, CT6 5SU, CT6 6AB, CT6 6AF, CT6 5SE, CT6 6AA, CT6 5RZ, CT6 6AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT6 6AE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 51.6% | 54.4% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 48.4% | 45.6% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 30.7% | 28% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 44.4% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 15.9% | 9.3% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 8.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 42.5% | 46.4% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 39% | 34.3% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 15.7% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 22.8% | 19% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.1% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.4% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 15.6% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 32.5% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 93.5% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.1% | 93.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 93.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.8% | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Christian | 43.4% | 46.2% | -2.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Douglas Road was 15.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.4% lower than the Beltinge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Douglas Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Beltinge and the 56th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Floor Flat 24 Douglas Road, Herne Bay, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-09-09 | £220,000 |
| 7A Douglas Road, Herne Bay, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2025-08-14 | £186,572 |
| 5 Douglas Road, Herne Bay, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2025-05-09 | £440,053 |
| 30 Douglas Road, Herne Bay, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2025-03-19 | £195,339 |
| First Floor Flat 2 Douglas Road, Herne Bay, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £221,000 | 2025-02-14 | £217,462 |
CT6 6AE 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 CT6 6AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay Junior School Kings Road , CT6 5DA | 3out of 4 | 277 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Infant School Stanley Road , CT6 5SH | 3out of 4 | 282 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Church of England Junior School School Lane , Herne CT6 7AL | 4out of 4 | 2,067 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Primary School Fitzgerald Avenue , CT6 8NB | 3out of 4 | 2,151 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School Palmer Close , Herne CT6 7AH | 4out of 4 | 2,185 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay High School Bullockstone Road , CT6 7NS | 3out of 4 | 1,687 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlight Glen Independent Special School Verona House , 45 Station Road CT6 5QQ | - not rated | 922 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gingerbreads | 2 Stanley Road, Herne Bay | 474 yd | |
| Herne Bay Football Club | Winchs Field, Stanley Gardens | 506 yd | |
| The Activity Box | 79 William Street, Herne Bay | 524 yd | |
| Ming Garden Herne Bay Limited | 58-60 William Street, Herne Bay | 560 yd | |
| The Chimney Pot | 189 High Street, Herne Bay | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Temple | 2 Cecil Park, Herne Bay | 215 yd | |
| Herne Bay Blind Club | Christ Church Parish Centre, Underdown Road | 528 yd | |
| Parkerville | 219 High Street, Herne Bay | 538 yd | |
| The Druids Head | 182 High Street, Herne Bay | 581 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | 173 Mortimer Street, Herne Bay | 603 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay Fish Bar | 68 Canterbury Road, Herne Bay | 180 yd | |
| Kings Fish Bar | 45 Kings Road, Herne Bay | 506 yd | |
| The Zhang | 217 High Street, Herne Bay | 541 yd | |
| Star Fish Bar | 209 High Street, Herne Bay | 552 yd | |
| Direct Pizza | 176 Mortimer Street, Herne Bay | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 80-84 Canterbury Road, Herne Bay | 145 yd | |
| The Cooperative Food Group Ltd | 160-164 Mortimer Street, Herne Bay | 597 yd | |
| Iceland | 155-157 Mortimer Street, Herne Bay | 642 yd | |
| Aldi | 100 Kings Road, Herne Bay | 741 yd | |
| Morrisons | 10 Beach Street, Herne Bay | 782 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay Hockey & Lawn Tennis Club BEACON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 337 yd |
| Herne Bay Junior School Kings Road | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| The Altira Park Stadium Stanley Gardens | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Burton Downs Recreation Ground Thundersland Road | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Urban Fitness New Street | health and fitness suite | 607 yd |
| Herons Leisure Centre William Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 609 yd |
| Memorial Park Park Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 747 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 | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 41.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.