Sea Street is in Herne Bay and in Canterbury district. CT6 8LF is located in the West Bay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sea Street, Herne Bay, CT6 8LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT6 8DX, CT6 8FB, CT6 8LE, CT6 8LT, CT6 8FD, CT6 8FF, CT6 8LX, CT6 8DT, CT6 8DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT6 8LF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 46.9% | 52.6% | 5.7% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 53.1% | 47.4% | -5.7% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 32% | 35.1% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 45.8% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 11.2% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 3.6% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 50.1% | 46.8% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 36.8% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 11.5% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.8% | 14% | -8.8% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 14.8% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.1% | 21.2% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 7.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 20.8% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 22.8% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.7% | 95% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.3% | 95.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.6% | 37.2% | 19.4% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sea Street was 51.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.2% lower than the Greenhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sea Street has the 25th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Greenhill and the 226th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 220 Sea Street, Herne Bay, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £284,375 | 2020-10-09 | £315,356 |
| 220 Sea Street, Herne Bay, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-10-06 | £421,399 |
| 202 Sea Street, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-04-22 | £310,841 |
| The Old Pump House, 210A Sea Street, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2019-08-23 | £590,517 |
| 198 Sea Street, Herne Bay, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-08-21 | £245,723 |
CT6 8LF 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 | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Primary School Fitzgerald Avenue , CT6 8NB | 3out of 4 | 457 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Briary Primary School Greenhill Road , CT6 7RS | - not rated | 971 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Infant School Stanley Road , CT6 5SH | 3out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Junior School Kings Road , CT6 5DA | 3out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swalecliffe Community Primary School Bridgefield Road , Swalecliffe CT5 2PH | 3out of 4 | 3,082 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 | 1,164 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitstable School Bellevue Road , CT5 1PX | 3out of 4 | 4,906 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 | 1,673 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiny Town Herne Bay | Unit 2, Herne Bay West Industrial Park | 513 yd | |
| Mammas | 4 Poplar Drive, Herne Bay | 751 yd | |
| Herne Bay Cafe | 109 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 834 yd | |
| Rahmans Golden Oven | 53 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hampton Inn | 72 Western Esplanade, Herne Bay | 845 yd | |
| Heron Angling Society | Red Shelter, Western Esplanade | 900 yd | |
| Hampton Pier Yacht Club | Spa Esplanade, Herne Bay | 900 yd | |
| Herne Bay Amateur Rowing Club | Spa Esplanade, Herne Bay | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossie's | 86 Greenhill Road, Herne Bay | 634 yd | |
| Greenhills King Cod | 2 Poplar Drive, Herne Bay | 743 yd | |
| Double R Fish Bar | 102 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 771 yd | |
| Taste Of Bengal | 96 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 846 yd | |
| A&R Chinese Takeaway | 105 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | LIDL Great Britain Ltd, Thanet Way | 613 yd | |
| Co-Op | 98 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 824 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton School FITZGERALD AVENUE | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Hernebay Table Tennis Club Swalecliffe Avenue | 469 yd | |
| St Peters Church Hall Herne Drive | 793 yd | |
| Herne Bay High School Bullockstone Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,017 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 | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 176.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 159.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.