The Parade is in Birchington and in Thanet district. CT7 9LT is located in the Birchington North 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 Parade, Birchington, CT7 9LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT7 9LU, CT7 9LY, CT7 9LX, CT7 9LB, CT7 9NW, CT7 9NA, CT7 9NU, CT7 9NB, CT7 9ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT7 9LT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.2% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.8% | 0.4% | 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 CT7 9LT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.5% 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 | 15.8% | 16.7% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -21.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.9% | 62.5% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 18.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.7% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.7% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 10.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 39.6% | 45.9% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 36.8% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 13.4% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 19.8% | 15.3% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 8% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 15% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 9.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 19% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.4% | 30.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.2% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.4% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 95.3% | 96.7% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 96.4% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 68% | 46.2% | 21.8% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Parade was 63.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 150.3% higher than the Birchington North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Parade has the 7th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Birchington North and the 217th lowest crime rate of 451 local areas in Thanet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranworth The Parade, Birchington, Kent Other, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2021-06-27 | £1,539,294 |
| Wyndcliffe The Parade, Birchington, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2010-10-15 | £1,009,442 |
| Wyndcliffe The Parade, Birchington, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2005-04-18 | £1,059,459 |
| Thalatta The Parade, Birchington, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2004-01-19 | £880,398 |
CT7 9LT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CT7 9LT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 138 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchington Church of England Primary School Park Lane , CT7 0AS | 3out of 4 | 2,038 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviour's Church of England Junior School Elm Grove , CT8 8LD | 3out of 4 | 3,314 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Crispin's Community Primary Infant School St Crispin's Road , CT8 8EB | 3out of 4 | 3,625 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School Down Barton Road , St Nicholas-At-Wade CT7 0PY | 4out of 4 | 4,616 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkton Church of England Primary School Monkton Street , Monkton CT12 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 5,343 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Ethelbert School Canterbury Road , CT7 9BL | 3out of 4 | 2,543 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline College 225 Canterbury Road , CT8 8LX | 3out of 4 | 2,934 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Llewellyn School and Nursery Quex Park Estate , Birchington CT7 0BB | - not rated | 2,508 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chartfield School 45 Minster Road , CT8 8DA | - not rated | 3,875 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windshack | The Parade, Birchington | 361 yd | |
| Joe's | 133 Minnis Road, Birchington | 522 yd | |
| The Bouncing Bomb Cafe | 151 Minnis Road, Birchington | 522 yd | |
| The Minnis Bar & Restaurant | The Parade, Birchington | 903 yd | |
| The Waves Bar,Cafe, B & B Hotel 2 | Hengist Road, Birchington | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Bay Alehouse | 522 yd | ||
| Christies | 1-5 Station Approach, Birchington | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Fish Bar | 155 Minnis Road, Birchington | 523 yd | |
| The Bay - VCT bikes | 1 The Parade, Birchington | 935 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birchington Bowls Club & Tennis Courts BEACH AVENUE | tennis courts | 770 yd |
| Fit Union SURREY GARDENS | health and fitness suite | 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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.