The Broadway is in Herne Bay and in Canterbury district. CT6 8HY 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 8HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT6 8HX, CT6 8JA, CT6 8HR, CT6 8JG, CT6 8HU, CT6 8HT, CT6 8EP, CT6 8JQ, CT6 8JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT6 8HY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.6% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.4% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 8HY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 18.5% | 27.5% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 53.7% | -8.6% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 9.1% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 31.7% | 43.6% | 11.9% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 31.5% | -9.2% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 18.2% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 34% | 22% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 11.3% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 13.7% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 16% | 8.8% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 26.3% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.6% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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% | 97.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 95.7% | 96.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Broadway was 26.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.8% lower than the Greenhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Broadway has the 6th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Greenhill and the 113th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2025-08-05 | £405,389 |
| 151 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2024-10-15 | £453,574 |
| 164 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £599,995 | 2024-06-21 | £615,479 |
| 145 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-02-12 | £401,462 |
| 166 The Broadway, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-08-15 | £322,297 |
CT6 8HY 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 8HY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 759 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Briary Primary School Greenhill Road , CT6 7RS | - not rated | 1,612 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Infant School Stanley Road , CT6 5SH | 3out of 4 | 2,081 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Junior School Kings Road , CT6 5DA | 3out of 4 | 2,093 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swalecliffe Community Primary School Bridgefield Road , Swalecliffe CT5 2PH | 3out of 4 | 3,513 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,409 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitstable School Bellevue Road , CT5 1PX | 3out of 4 | 5,415 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,509 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 | 781 yd | |
| Herne Bay Cafe | 109 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 791 yd | |
| Tiny Town Herne Bay | Unit 2, Herne Bay West Industrial Park | 814 yd | |
| Mammas | 4 Poplar Drive, Herne Bay | 1,077 yd | |
| Sunset Fish Bar | 123 Central Parade, Herne Bay | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Angling Society | Red Shelter, Western Esplanade | 174 yd | |
| Hampton Pier Yacht Club | Spa Esplanade, Herne Bay | 174 yd | |
| Herne Bay Amateur Rowing Club | Spa Esplanade, Herne Bay | 174 yd | |
| The Hampton Inn | 72 Western Esplanade, Herne Bay | 374 yd | |
| Herne Bay Catholic Social Club | Clarence Road, Herne Bay | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of Bengal | 96 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 743 yd | |
| Double R Fish Bar | 102 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 767 yd | |
| Family Pizza & Kebab House | 97 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 777 yd | |
| A&R Chinese Takeaway | 105 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 786 yd | |
| Greenhills King Cod | 2 Poplar Drive, Herne Bay | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 98 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 752 yd | |
| Tesco | 34-36 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 764 yd | |
| Lidl | LIDL Great Britain Ltd, Thanet Way | 933 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hernebay Table Tennis Club Swalecliffe Avenue | 596 yd | |
| Hampton School FITZGERALD AVENUE | grass pitches | 672 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 | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.