Albany Drive is in Herne Bay and in Canterbury district. CT6 8SJ 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 Albany Drive, Herne Bay, CT6 8SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT6 8QA, CT6 8SN, CT6 8SD, CT6 8PZ, CT6 8SL, CT6 8SG, CT6 8QB, CT6 8BF, CT6 8SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT6 8SJ, 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 | 51.4% | 54.4% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 45.6% | -3.0% | 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.
In the immediate area around CT6 8SJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.3% | 42.1% | 9.8% | 37.9% | 4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 37.7% | -10.5% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 46.2% | 46.1% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 31.3% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 15.2% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 28.4% | 22.6% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 11.5% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 9.5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 6.7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 19.8% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 28.6% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.2% | 94.6% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 95.5% | 91.5% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 91.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.1% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.7% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albany Drive was 195.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 291.2% higher than the Beltinge average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Albany Drive has the 8th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Beltinge and the 55th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Canterbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 128.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89 Albany Drive, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-09-26 | £425,000 |
| 107 Albany Drive, Herne Bay, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-01-12 | £286,408 |
| Flat 1 62 Albany Drive, Herne Bay, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-07-21 | £170,741 |
| 72 Albany Drive, Herne Bay, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £359,000 | 2023-04-25 | £345,426 |
| Ground Floor Flat 60 Albany Drive, Herne Bay, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-11-30 | £121,439 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 770 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Infant School Stanley Road , CT6 5SH | 3out of 4 | 1,393 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Bay Junior School Kings Road , CT6 5DA | 3out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Briary Primary School Greenhill Road , CT6 7RS | - not rated | 1,619 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herne Church of England Junior School School Lane , Herne CT6 7AL | 4out of 4 | 3,008 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 | 1,035 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 | 840 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 | 162 yd | |
| Herne Bay Cafe | 109 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 436 yd | |
| Sunset Fish Bar | 123 Central Parade, Herne Bay | 479 yd | |
| Harry's Cafe | 136-140 Central Parade, Herne Bay | 481 yd | |
| The Gandhi | 139 Station Road, Herne Bay | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay Catholic Social Club | Clarence Road, Herne Bay | 215 yd | |
| Herne Bay Little Theatre | St Marys Hall, 44 Buller's Avenue | 336 yd | |
| Cains Pier Arcade | 123-135 Central Parade, Herne Bay | 613 yd | |
| The Firkin Frog | 157 Station Road, Herne Bay | 677 yd | |
| The Four Fathoms | Four Fathoms Hotel, 2 High Street | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Pizza & Kebab House | 97 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 367 yd | |
| Taste Of Bengal | 96 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 370 yd | |
| A&R Chinese Takeaway | 105 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 417 yd | |
| Double R Fish Bar | 102 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 476 yd | |
| Papa John's | 28 Avenue Road, Herne Bay | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 34-36 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 105 yd | |
| Co-Op | 98 Sea Street, Herne Bay | 404 yd | |
| Lidl | LIDL Great Britain Ltd, Thanet Way | 823 yd | |
| Morrisons | 10 Beach Street, Herne Bay | 1,011 yd | |
| Aldi | 100 Kings Road, Herne Bay | 1,012 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay Judo Club (Closed) The Circus | 717 yd | |
| Pier Sports Centre (Closed) Central Parade | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 734 yd |
| Hampton School FITZGERALD AVENUE | grass pitches | 814 yd |
| Memorial Park Park Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 931 yd |
| Herne Bay High School Bullockstone Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 963 yd |
| Bay Sports Arena Bullockstone Road | 1,085 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 | 34.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 34.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 34.4% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 39 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.