Canterbury Road is in Margate and in Thanet district. CT9 5JA is located in the Garlinge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Thanet. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Canterbury Road, Margate, CT9 5JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT9 5HX, CT9 5JB, CT9 5HZ, CT9 5JX, CT9 5JY, CT9 5HY, CT8 8JJ, CT9 5JZ, CT8 8JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CT9 5JA has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.2% | 50% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 24.1% | 27.4% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 49.4% | -8.6% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 11.2% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 41.8% | 44.8% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 27.8% | -9.7% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 19.8% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 5% | 6.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 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 | 26.8% | 22.7% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 9.7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 13% | 2.1% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 21.8% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 26.1% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.3% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 94.1% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 95.3% | 93.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 93.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canterbury Road was 126.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.5% higher than the Garlinge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Canterbury Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Garlinge and the 121st highest crime rate of 451 local areas in Thanet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 75.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 289 Canterbury Road, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-09-09 | £141,535 |
| 311 Canterbury Road, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-09-22 | £387,872 |
| 307 Canterbury Road, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-06-25 | £378,922 |
| 333 Canterbury Road, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-02-16 | £219,152 |
| 287 Canterbury Road, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2019-07-29 | £304,531 |
CT9 5JA 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 CT9 5JA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Crispin's Community Primary Infant School St Crispin's Road , CT8 8EB | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviour's Church of England Junior School Elm Grove , CT8 8LD | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garlinge Primary School and Nursery Westfield Road , CT9 5PA | 3out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate Nash Road , CT9 4BU | 2out of 4 | 2,575 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Salmestone Primary School College Road , CT9 4DB | 3out of 4 | 2,695 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ursuline College 225 Canterbury Road , CT8 8LX | 3out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartsdown Academy George V Avenue , CT9 5RE | 2out of 4 | 1,766 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ethelbert School Canterbury Road , CT7 9BL | 3out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,322 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 586 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree 29 All Saints Avenue , Margate CT9 5QN | - not rated | 1,549 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Llewellyn School and Nursery Quex Park Estate , Birchington CT7 0BB | - not rated | 3,005 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Enterprise Learning Alliance Westwood Centre , Westwood Industrial Estate CT9 4JA | 3out of 4 | 3,710 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkview Academy 8 Approach Road , Margate CT9 2AN | - not rated | 3,795 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mermikides Community Centre | 39 Canterbury Road, Westgate On Sea | 444 yd | |
| Flavours by Kumar | 176 Canterbury Road, Margate | 509 yd | |
| Little Brown Fairy Cake | 5 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 641 yd | |
| Beano Cafe | 5D Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 642 yd | |
| The Best Beano Cafe | 21 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hussar | 219 Canterbury Road, Margate | 474 yd | |
| The Rodney | 47 High Street, Garlinge | 661 yd | |
| Westgate on Sea Social Club | 26 St Mildreds Road, Westgate On Sea | 757 yd | |
| Ginger's | 38 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 782 yd | |
| Bake & Alehouse | 21 St Mildreds Road, Westgate On Sea | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda Chinese Take Away | 172 Canterbury Road, Margate | 509 yd | |
| Barbara's Baps | 39 High Street, Garlinge | 543 yd | |
| Beano Kebab | 5E Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 642 yd | |
| Regency Tandoori | 9 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 642 yd | |
| Garlinge Fish Bar | 72-74 High Street, Garlinge | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op - Westgate | 17-19 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 642 yd | |
| Station Superstore | 49 Station Road, Westgate On Sea | 782 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Mildreds Games Centre BEACH LODGE BEACH LODGE OLD BOUNDARY ROAD | tennis courts | 484 yd |
| Lymington Road Lymington Road | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Hawtreys Field ELM GROVE | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Garlinge Primary School WESTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,007 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 | 71.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 230.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.