William Avenue is in Margate and in Thanet district. CT9 3XT is located in the Dane Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about William Avenue, Margate, CT9 3XT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT9 3XX, CT9 3XS, CT9 3XR, CT9 3XU, CT9 3XL, CT9 3XY, CT9 3XJ, CT9 3XZ, CT9 3XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CT9 3XT has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.2% of the population 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 | 53.9% | 58.2% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 7.2% |
| Male | 46.1% | 41.8% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -7.2% |
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 3XT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.5% 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 | 44.9% | 55.5% | 10.6% | 37.9% | 17.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.8% | 25% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -19.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 19.2% | 10.9% | -8.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 46.1% | 39.1% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 32.2% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 18.5% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 7.8% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 23.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.9% | 19.3% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 9.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 17.4% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.9% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 13.3% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 17% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95% | 90.7% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 93.9% | 91.4% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 91.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.6% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.3% | 76.7% | -23.4% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 39.9% | 13.5% | 26.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.4% | 37.2% | 25.2% |
| Christian | 27.2% | 46.2% | -19.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around William Avenue was 143.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 101.5% higher than the Beacon Road average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
William Avenue has the 12th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Beacon Road and the 102nd highest crime rate of 448 local areas in Thanet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 William Avenue, Margate, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2021-03-29 | £215,564 |
| 12 William Avenue, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £201,500 | 2021-03-22 | £214,201 |
| 7 William Avenue, Margate, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2019-03-13 | £233,170 |
| 1 William Avenue, Margate, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £211,000 | 2018-06-13 | £250,849 |
| 22 William Avenue, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2016-11-29 | £241,679 |
CT9 3XT area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% 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 | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 37 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northdown Primary School Tenterden Way , CT9 3RE | 3out of 4 | 527 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northdown Primary School Tenterden Way , Northdown CT9 3RE | - not rated | 527 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliftonville Primary School Northumberland Avenue , Cliftonville CT9 3LY | - not rated | 1,130 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliftonville Primary School Northumberland Avenue , Cliftonville CT9 3LY | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drapers Mills Primary Academy St Peter's Footpath , CT9 2SP | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dane Court Grammar School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RT | 3out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Court Grammar School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RT | - not rated | 1,954 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Charles Dickens School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RL | 3out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Charles Dickens School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RL | - not rated | 2,069 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartsdown Academy George V Avenue , CT9 5RE | 3out of 4 | 3,096 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EKC Group Ramsgate Road , CT10 1PN | - not rated | 3,277 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 | 1,810 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 | 633 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cross Keys Learning Suite 1 & 2 the Lead Centre , Dane Valley Road CT10 3JJ | - not rated | 841 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Life Skills Enterprise Northdown House , Northdown Park Road CT9 3TP | - not rated | 856 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laleham School Northdown Park Road , Cliftonville CT9 2TP | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkview Academy 8 Approach Road , Margate CT9 2AN | - not rated | 1,576 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revolution Skate Park | Lead Centre, Dane Valley Road | 736 yd | |
| Cabin Cafe | Northdown Hill, Broadstairs | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | Northdown Park Road, Margate | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dane Valley Fish Bar | 52 Dane Valley Road, Margate | 814 yd | |
| China Man | 26 Fosters Avenue, Broadstairs | 931 yd | |
| Brothers Pizzeria | 81 Upper Dane Road, Margate | 1,065 yd | |
| The Peking | 83 Upper Dane Road, Margate | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northdown Primary School TENTERDEN WAY | grass pitches | 528 yd |
| St Anthonys School ST. ANTHONYS WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 628 yd |
| Northdown Park NORTHDOWN HOUSE NORTHDOWN HOUSE NORTHDOWN PARK | grass pitches | 830 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 | 32.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.