Lonsdale Avenue is in Margate and in Thanet district. CT9 3BT is located in the Cliftonville East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lonsdale Avenue, Margate, CT9 3BT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT9 3BP, CT9 3DL, CT9 3DB, CT9 3BW, CT9 3BX, CT9 3BY, CT9 3BE, CT9 3BU, CT9 3BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CT9 3BT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 49.6% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50.4% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 19.7% | 31.4% | 11.7% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 46.9% | -9.4% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 10% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 7.5% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 47.7% | 50.7% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 31.4% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 14.6% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 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 | 22.3% | 17.4% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7.1% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 14.5% | -6.9% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.1% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 10.8% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 39.4% | 14.9% | 33.8% | 5.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 95.1% | 90.3% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 90.9% | 90.7% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 88.5% | 90.7% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 8.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.4% | 0% | -8.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lonsdale Avenue was 75.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% higher than the Cliftonville East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lonsdale Avenue has the 6th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Cliftonville East and the 214th highest crime rate of 451 local areas in Thanet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Lonsdale Avenue, Margate, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2017-12-14 | £540,796 |
| 19 Lonsdale Avenue, Margate, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2015-11-18 | £537,907 |
| 16 Lonsdale Avenue, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2014-08-22 | £495,923 |
| 17 Lonsdale Avenue, Margate, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2011-11-10 | £526,475 |
| 13 Lonsdale Avenue, Margate, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2009-09-11 | £598,014 |
CT9 3BT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CT9 3BT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 CT9 3BT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliftonville Primary School Northumberland Avenue , Cliftonville CT9 3LY | 4out of 4 | 566 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Palm Bay Primary School Palm Bay Avenue , Cliftonville CT9 3PP | 3out of 4 | 775 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northdown Primary School Tenterden Way , CT9 3RE | 2out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drapers Mills Primary Academy St Peter's Footpath , CT9 2SP | 3out of 4 | 1,692 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Margate, Holy Trinity and St John's Church of England Primary School St John's Road , CT9 1LU | 3out of 4 | 1,881 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsdown Academy George V Avenue , CT9 5RE | 2out of 4 | 3,219 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Court Grammar School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RT | 4out of 4 | 3,531 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Charles Dickens School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RL | 2out of 4 | 3,604 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Harbour Academy Newlands Lane , CT12 6RH | 1out of 4 | 4,941 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EKC Group Ramsgate Road , CT10 1PN | - not rated | 4,711 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,428 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's School St Anthony's Way , CT9 3RA | 3out of 4 | 988 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lighthouse School 24 Clarendon Road , Cliftonville CT9 2QJ | - not rated | 1,018 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkview Academy 8 Approach Road , Margate CT9 2AN | - not rated | 1,123 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| KMS Kent Ltd The Street , Womenswold CT4 6HE | - not rated | 2,305 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cross Keys Learning Suite 182 The Lead Centre , Dane Valley Road CT10 3JJ | - not rated | 2,305 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay Cafe | Palm Bay Avenue, Margate | 388 yd | |
| Simla Brasserie | 370 Northdown Road, Margate | 420 yd | |
| Jet Ski World Cafe | Hodges Gap Promenade, Margate | 511 yd | |
| The Oval Bandstand And Lawns | Eastern Esplanade, Margate | 545 yd | |
| Gloria's Lounge & Cafe | 259 Northdown Road, Margate | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | Northdown Park Road, Margate | 899 yd | |
| Picnic Deli | 3 Northdown Parade, Prices Avenue | 911 yd | |
| The Tap Room | 4 Northdown Parade, Prices Avenue | 911 yd | |
| The Belle Vue Tavern | 159 Northdown Road, Margate | 954 yd | |
| The Albion Rooms | 31 Eastern Esplanade, Margate | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Lane Fish Inn | 2A Holly Lane, Margate | 467 yd | |
| Nazar Fish Bar | 316 Northdown Road, Margate | 659 yd | |
| Tiarrah Pizza Bar | 253 Northdown Road, Margate | 690 yd | |
| Pagoda Chinese T/A | 249 Northdown Road, Margate | 696 yd | |
| Eddy's Fried Chicken Kebab | 290 Northdown Road, Margate | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 281 Northdown Road, Margate | 600 yd | |
| Co-op | 1-5 Summerfield Road, Margate | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hodges Games Centre (Closed) Palm Bay Avenue | tennis courts | 336 yd |
| Cliftonville Primary School NORTHUMBERLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Palm Bay Primary School PALM BAY AVENUE | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Thanet Indoor Bowls Club EASTERN ESPLANADE | indoor bowls | 720 yd |
| St Anthonys School ST. ANTHONYS WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 937 yd |
| Northdown Primary School TENTERDEN WAY | grass pitches | 1,054 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| 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 | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.