High Street is in Margate and in Thanet district. CT9 1LA is located in the Margate Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Margate, CT9 1LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT9 1JX, CT9 1UU, CT9 1UY, CT9 1LS, CT9 1LE, CT9 1UX, CT9 1JZ, CT9 1JT, CT9 1XA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT9 1LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.7% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.3% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 CT9 1LA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.4% 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 | 50% | 54.4% | 4.4% | 37.9% | 16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.3% | 21.7% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -22.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 3.6% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 15.7% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 3.6% | -4.7% | 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 | 38.9% | 39.3% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 37.9% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 16% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 28.8% | 17.7% | -11.1% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20% | 14.9% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 11.3% | -10.8% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 7.1% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 17.7% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 26.6% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 88.2% | 86.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 5.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 79.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 79.9% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -3.3% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 12.5% | 6.6% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.7% | 79.7% | -4.0% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 9.2% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 2.4% | -3.9% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.8% | 76.7% | -21.9% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 7.5% | 1.5% | 6.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 33.9% | 46.2% | -12.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 153.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.0% lower than the Margate Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Margate Central and the 94th highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Thanet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 154 High Street, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2025-02-10 | £132,878 |
| Flat 2 176 High Street, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-12-07 | £133,387 |
| Flat 3 176 High Street, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-12-07 | £146,726 |
| Flat 2 166 - 168 High Street, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-11-09 | £147,078 |
| Flat 3 166 - 168 High Street, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-06-17 | £164,221 |
CT9 1LA area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Unemployed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margate, Holy Trinity and St John's Church of England Primary School St John's Road , CT9 1LU | 3out of 4 | 247 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salmestone Primary School College Road , CT9 4DB | 3out of 4 | 803 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Salmestone Primary School College Road , CT9 4DB | - not rated | 803 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate Nash Road , CT9 4BU | - not rated | 1,120 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate Nash Road , CT9 4BU | - not rated | 1,120 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsdown Academy George V Avenue , CT9 5RE | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartsdown Technology College George V Avenue , CT9 5RE | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Court Grammar School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RT | 3out of 4 | 4,051 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Court Grammar School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RT | - not rated | 4,051 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline College 225 Canterbury Road , CT8 8LX | - not rated | 4,204 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's Church of England Foundation School Westwood Road , CT10 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,572 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal School for Deaf Children Margate Victoria Road , CT9 1NB | - not rated | 500 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate College Victoria Road , CT9 1NB | - not rated | 558 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainbow Retreat 8 Approach Road , Cliftonville CT9 2AN | - not rated | 1,040 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Parkview School 8 Approach Road , Cliftonville CT9 2AN | - not rated | 1,040 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkview Academy 8 Approach Road , Margate CT9 2AN | - not rated | 1,045 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, 97 High Street | 125 yd | |
| High Dive | 121 High Street, Margate | 125 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 84-86 High Street, Margate | 173 yd | |
| Charlotte's Cafe | 116 High Street, Margate | 176 yd | |
| Palms Pizza | 16 The Centre, Margate | 217 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldons | 127-129 High Street, Margate | 125 yd | |
| The London Tavern | Addington Street, Margate | 186 yd | |
| The Clockwork Cocktail Company Ltd | 68-70 High Street, Margate | 344 yd | |
| Sundowners | 1 Albert Terrace, Margate | 357 yd | |
| Wetherspoons | Mechanical Elephant, 28-30 Marine Terrace | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Chicken & Pizza | Gate Discount Stores, 120 High Street | 155 yd | |
| Chunkys Burgers | 92 High Street, Margate | 173 yd | |
| Homewok Chinese Takeaway | 35 Charlotte Place, Margate | 223 yd | |
| Tops Pizza | 1-2 Marine Gardens, Margate | 272 yd | |
| Franklin's | 24 Marine Gardens, Margate | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 6 College Walk, Margate | 433 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | Iceland Foods Plc, 8-10 College Walk | 433 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Zion Place, Margate | 912 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royal School For Deaf Children (Closed) Victoria Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 470 yd |
| Hartsdown Park TIVOLI PARK AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 664 yd |
| Tivoli Park TIVOLI PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Dane Park Dane Road | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Hartsdown Park (Margate Fc) Hartsdown Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Margate Table Tennis Centre Hartsdown Road | 926 yd | |
| Hartsdown Sports & Leisure Centre HARTSDOWN PARK HARTSDOWN PARK HARTSDOWN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 928 yd |
| Tivoli Meadow TIVOLI MEADOW TIVOLI MEADOW HARTSDOWN ROAD | grass pitches | 953 yd |
| All Saints Church Hall All Saints Avenue | 1,027 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.