The Boulevard is in Altira Business Park, Herne Bay and in Canterbury district. CT6 6GZ is located in the Beltinge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 2009-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Boulevard, Altira Business Park, Herne Bay, CT6 6GZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT6 6UJ, CT6 6UQ, CT6 6UL, CT6 6UH, CT6 6UG, CT6 6UN, CT6 6BF, CT6 6UW, CT6 7PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT6 6GZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.8% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.2% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CT6 6GZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 33.4% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 51.6% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 5.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 52.7% | 46.1% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 35.6% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 12.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.7% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.4% | 17.5% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 13.2% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 15% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 22.6% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 24.4% | -1.6% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.1% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 94.5% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 97.1% | 94% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.3% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Boulevard was 74.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.0% higher than the Beltinge average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Boulevard has the 24th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Beltinge and the 199th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 68.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury'S, 6 The Boulevard, Herne Bay, Kent Other, an established residential building | £56,810,000 | 2021-07-30 | £55,019,769 |
| Unit 3 The Boulevard, Herne Bay, Kent Other, an established residential building | £444,000 | 2021-04-08 | £439,236 |
| Unit 9 The Boulevard, Herne Bay, Kent Other, an established residential building | £1,027,000 | 2020-10-09 | £1,063,926 |
| Unit 10 The Boulevard, Herne Bay, Kent Other, an established residential building | £153,600 | 2020-06-08 | £156,832 |
| Unit 2 The Boulevard, Herne Bay, Kent Other, an established residential building | £925,000 | 2019-05-01 | £944,463 |
CT6 6GZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 149 |
| Retired | 107 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Education | 25 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay Infant School Stanley Road , CT6 5SH | 3out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Junior School Kings Road , CT6 5DA | 3out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School Palmer Close , Herne CT6 7AH | 4out of 4 | 1,649 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Church of England Junior School School Lane , Herne CT6 7AL | 4out of 4 | 1,690 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reculver Church of England Primary School Hillborough , CT6 6TA | 4out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,632 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 | 2,083 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay Table Table | Blacksole Farm, Margate Road | 317 yd | |
| Age UK | 16 Reculver Road, Herne Bay | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Copper Pottle | 84 Reculver Road, Herne Bay | 830 yd | |
| The Huntsman And Horn | Huntsman And Horn, Margate Road | 839 yd | |
| Rising Sun | 103 Reculver Road, Herne Bay | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Le | 121 Reculver Road, Herne Bay | 992 yd | |
| China Town Take Away | 22 Hawe Farm Way, Herne | 993 yd | |
| Broomfield Fish & Chips | 20A Hawe Farm Way, Herne | 999 yd | |
| Beltinge Fish Bar | 129 Reculver Road, Herne Bay | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | 6 The Boulevard, Altira Business Park | 82 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burton Downs Recreation Ground Thundersland Road | grass pitches | 858 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.