St Lukes Close is in Westgate-On-Sea and in Thanet district. CT8 8EL is located in the Westgate-on-Sea electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Lukes Close, Westgate-on-sea, CT8 8EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT8 8BP, CT8 8EJ, CT8 8NW, CT8 8EY, CT8 8BS, CT8 8EH, CT8 8BY, CT8 8EP, CT8 8BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT8 8EL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 47.8% | 53.2% | 5.4% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 52.2% | 46.8% | -5.4% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 26.1% | 32% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 42.2% | -5.2% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 15% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 40.1% | 37.4% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 38.3% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 17% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 29.8% | 22.9% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 9% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 8.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 19% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.9% | 24.5% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.1% | 95.3% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 93.5% | 92.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 93% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.8% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.6% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Lukes Close was 30.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.1% lower than the Birchington South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Lukes Close has the 8th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Birchington South and the 100th lowest crime rate of 448 local areas in Thanet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 St Lukes Close, Westgate-On-Sea, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-11-29 | £295,543 |
| 24 St Lukes Close, Westgate-On-Sea, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-06-22 | £294,172 |
| 15 St Lukes Close, Westgate-On-Sea, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-05-20 | £224,120 |
| 16 St Lukes Close, Westgate-On-Sea, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2019-10-07 | £263,908 |
| 20 St Lukes Close, Westgate-On-Sea, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2019-09-20 | £236,072 |
CT8 8EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 CT8 8EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Crispin's Infant School St Crispin's Road , CT8 8EB | - not rated | 320 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Crispin's Community Primary Infant School St Crispin's Road , CT8 8EB | - not rated | 320 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviour's Church of England Junior School Elm Grove , CT8 8LD | 3out of 4 | 445 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garlinge Primary School and Nursery Westfield Road , CT9 5PA | 3out of 4 | 1,692 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garlinge Junior School Westfield Road , CT9 5PA | - not rated | 1,692 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ursuline College 225 Canterbury Road , CT8 8LX | - not rated | 825 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline College 225 Canterbury Road , CT8 8LX | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ethelbert School Canterbury Road , CT7 9BL | 3out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ethelbert School Canterbury Road , CT7 9BL | - not rated | 1,242 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartsdown Academy George V Avenue , CT9 5RE | 3out of 4 | 2,351 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chartfield School 45 Minster Road , CT8 8DA | - not rated | 156 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's College 125 Canterbury Road , CT8 8NL | - not rated | 204 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Sydney House School 14 Domneva Road , CT8 8PE | - not rated | 708 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Angela's Junior School 225 Canterbury Road , CT8 8LX | - not rated | 926 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree 29 All Saints Avenue , Margate CT9 5QN | - not rated | 2,181 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustines | 125 Canterbury Road, Westgate On Sea | 206 yd | |
| Mermikides Community Centre | 39 Canterbury Road, Westgate On Sea | 362 yd | |
| Platform 9 3/4 Snack Bar | 46 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 400 yd | |
| Paul's Bar & Bistro | 42 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 432 yd | |
| Quince | 39 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 433 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate on Sea Social Club | 26 St Mildreds Road, Westgate On Sea | 323 yd | |
| Ginger's | 38 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 432 yd | |
| Bake & Alehouse | 21 St Mildreds Road, Westgate On Sea | 509 yd | |
| Westgate United Services Club | 23 St Mildreds Road, Westgate On Sea | 509 yd | |
| Bar Only | Westgate & Birchington Golf Club, 176 Canterbury Road | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Fish Bar | 60 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 432 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 18 Cuthbert Road, Westgate On Sea | 439 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 6 Cuthbert Road, Westgate On Sea | 439 yd | |
| Beano Kebab | 5E Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 454 yd | |
| Regency Tandoori | 9 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 454 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Superstore | 49 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 432 yd | |
| Co-op - Westgate | 17-19 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 454 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lymington Road Lymington Road | grass pitches | 107 yd |
| Hawtreys Field ELM GROVE | grass pitches | 292 yd |
| Westgate And Birchington Golf Club CANTERBURY ROAD | golf | 565 yd |
| Ursuline College CANTERBURY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 827 yd |
| St Mildreds Games Centre BEACH LODGE BEACH LODGE OLD BOUNDARY ROAD | tennis courts | 868 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 | 42.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.