Wye Gardens is in Cliftonville, Margate and in Thanet district. CT9 3JL is located in the Cliftonville East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wye Gardens, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 3JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT9 3JJ, CT9 3JF, CT9 3YG, CT9 3JD, CT9 3JN, CT9 3YF, CT9 3JE, CT9 3EZ, CT9 3YE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT9 3JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.4% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.6% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 CT9 3JL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 24.6% | 27.3% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 51.1% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 14.5% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 5.3% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 46.3% | 41% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 38.9% | 8.4% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 14.5% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 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 | 26.5% | 18.1% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 10.2% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 12.8% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 20.4% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 28.3% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.1% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 93.5% | 90.4% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 89.8% | 90.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 90.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.9% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wye Gardens was 28.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.9% lower than the Cliftonville East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wye Gardens has the 13th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Cliftonville East and the 89th lowest crime rate of 451 local areas in Thanet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 3 Wye Gardens, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-04-24 | £200,794 |
| Flat 1 4 Wye Gardens, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2022-08-12 | £143,113 |
| Flat 5 1 Wye Gardens, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-07-04 | £176,578 |
| 8 Wye Gardens, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-05-16 | £341,054 |
| Flat 1 1 Wye Gardens, Margate, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-06-29 | £153,929 |
CT9 3JL 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 CT9 3JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay Primary School Palm Bay Avenue , Cliftonville CT9 3PP | 3out of 4 | 555 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliftonville Primary School Northumberland Avenue , Cliftonville CT9 3LY | 4out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northdown Primary School Tenterden Way , CT9 3RE | 2out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Callis Grange Nursery and Infant School Beacon Road , CT10 3DG | 4out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter-in-Thanet CofE Junior School Grange Road , St Peter's CT10 3EP | 3out of 4 | 1,950 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Charles Dickens School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RL | 2out of 4 | 3,132 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Court Grammar School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RT | 4out of 4 | 3,152 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartsdown Academy George V Avenue , CT9 5RE | 2out of 4 | 4,275 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Harbour Academy Newlands Lane , CT12 6RH | 1out of 4 | 4,722 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 | 4,016 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 | 3,309 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 | 1,359 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| KMS Kent Ltd The Street , Womenswold CT4 6HE | - not rated | 1,945 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 | 1,945 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lighthouse School 24 Clarendon Road , Cliftonville CT9 2QJ | - not rated | 2,180 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkview Academy 8 Approach Road , Margate CT9 2AN | - not rated | 2,217 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 Phillips Church | Summerfield Road, Margate | 80 yd | |
| Taddys Barn | George Hill Road, Margate | 656 yd | |
| The Garden Gate Cafe | Garden Gate Project, Northdown Park | 678 yd | |
| Botany Bay Beach Kiosk | Botany Bay, Marine Drive | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laughing Barrel | 35A Summerfield Road, Margate | 130 yd | |
| The 19th Hole | 11 George Hill Road, Broadstairs | 588 yd | |
| Botany Bay Hotel | Marine Drive, Broadstairs | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Garden | 11 Summerfield Road, Margate | 156 yd | |
| Palm Bay Fish Bar | 15 Summerfield Road, Margate | 156 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1-5 Summerfield Road, Margate | 156 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay Primary School PALM BAY AVENUE | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Northdown Park NORTHDOWN HOUSE NORTHDOWN HOUSE NORTHDOWN PARK | grass pitches | 925 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 | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.