The Broadway is in Herne Bay and in Canterbury district. CT6 8EX is located in the Heron electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Broadway, Herne Bay, CT6 8EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT6 8HQ, CT6 8HJ, CT6 8EY, CT6 8RT, CT6 8RW, CT6 8RR, CT6 8RP, CT6 8HB, CT6 8EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT6 8EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.2% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48% | 48.8% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 18.7% | 29.1% | 10.4% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 50.5% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.7% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 10.7% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 9% | 2.4% | 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 | 43.9% | 47.8% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 36.3% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 12.4% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 21.2% | 15.4% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 16.1% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 17.1% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 5.2% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 17.1% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 25.9% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.1% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.7% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.6% | 96.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Broadway was 67.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.1% higher than the Greenhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Broadway has the 25th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Greenhill and the 214th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2018-12-17 | £386,757 |
| 99 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2014-05-30 | £324,393 |
| 88 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2013-03-25 | £442,139 |
| 94 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £179,995 | 2010-03-05 | £316,234 |
| 88 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2009-11-30 | £454,942 |
CT6 8EX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CT6 8EX 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 8EX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Primary School Fitzgerald Avenue , CT6 8NB | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Briary Primary School Greenhill Road , CT6 7RS | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Infant School Stanley Road , CT6 5SH | 3out of 4 | 1,705 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Junior School Kings Road , CT6 5DA | 3out of 4 | 1,713 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Church of England Junior School School Lane , Herne CT6 7AL | 4out of 4 | 3,316 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,260 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 | 1,168 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rahmans Golden Oven | 53 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 462 yd | |
| Herne Bay Cafe | 109 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 611 yd | |
| Sunset Fish Bar | 123 Central Parade, Herne Bay | 691 yd | |
| Harry's Cafe | 136-140 Central Parade, Herne Bay | 694 yd | |
| Tiny Town Herne Bay | Unit 2, Herne Bay West Industrial Park | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Angling Society | Red Shelter, Western Esplanade | 382 yd | |
| Hampton Pier Yacht Club | Spa Esplanade, Herne Bay | 382 yd | |
| Herne Bay Amateur Rowing Club | Spa Esplanade, Herne Bay | 382 yd | |
| Herne Bay Catholic Social Club | Clarence Road, Herne Bay | 510 yd | |
| Herne Bay Little Theatre | St Marys Hall, 44 Buller's Avenue | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of Bengal | 96 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 545 yd | |
| Family Pizza & Kebab House | 97 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 565 yd | |
| A&R Chinese Takeaway | 105 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 598 yd | |
| Double R Fish Bar | 102 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 620 yd | |
| Papa John's | 28 Avenue Road, Herne Bay | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 34-36 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 383 yd | |
| Co-Op | 98 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 570 yd | |
| Lidl | LIDL Great Britain Ltd, Thanet Way | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton School FITZGERALD AVENUE | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Pier Sports Centre (Closed) Central Parade | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 901 yd |
| Hernebay Table Tennis Club Swalecliffe Avenue | 967 yd | |
| Herne Bay Judo Club (Closed) The Circus | 1,021 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 | 34.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.