Brooke Avenue is in Margate and in Thanet district. CT9 5NG 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 Brooke Avenue, Margate, CT9 5NG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CT9 5NF, CT9 5PE, CT9 5PP, CT9 5PS, CT9 5NQ, CT9 5PR, CT9 5NW, CT9 5NZ, CT9 5NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CT9 5NG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.7% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.3% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 5NG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 39.7% | 42.9% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.7% | 35.8% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -8.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14% | 10.4% | -3.6% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.5% | 0.5% | 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 | 44.7% | 40.3% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 29% | 37.5% | 8.5% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 14.5% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 5.2% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.6% | 22.3% | -11.3% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 13.8% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 12.6% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.6% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 18.6% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 20.1% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 3.4% | 1.2% | -2.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.2% | 95.1% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 96.6% | 94.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 93.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brooke Avenue was 97.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.5% lower than the Garlinge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brooke Avenue has the 7th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Garlinge and the 167th highest crime rate of 451 local areas in Thanet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 89.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Brooke Avenue, Margate, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £261,000 | 2023-12-11 | £255,673 |
| 16 Brooke Avenue, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-11-21 | £274,593 |
| 14 Brooke Avenue, Margate, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-08-12 | £250,050 |
| 24 Brooke Avenue, Margate, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2021-12-21 | £311,623 |
| 17 Brooke Avenue, Margate, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-02-04 | £222,168 |
CT9 5NG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garlinge Primary School and Nursery Westfield Road , CT9 5PA | 3out of 4 | 290 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Crispin's Community Primary Infant School St Crispin's Road , CT8 8EB | 3out of 4 | 1,588 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate Nash Road , CT9 4BU | 2out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviour's Church of England Junior School Elm Grove , CT8 8LD | 3out of 4 | 1,832 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salmestone Primary School College Road , CT9 4DB | 3out of 4 | 1,852 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 971 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline College 225 Canterbury Road , CT8 8LX | 3out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ethelbert School Canterbury Road , CT7 9BL | 3out of 4 | 2,652 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Court Grammar School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RT | 4out of 4 | 5,069 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Charles Dickens School Broadstairs Road , CT10 2RL | 2out of 4 | 5,323 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,407 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree 29 All Saints Avenue , Margate CT9 5QN | - not rated | 963 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chartfield School 45 Minster Road , CT8 8DA | - not rated | 1,283 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Enterprise Learning Alliance Westwood Centre , Westwood Industrial Estate CT9 4JA | 3out of 4 | 2,795 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkview Academy 8 Approach Road , Margate CT9 2AN | - not rated | 3,069 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lighthouse School 24 Clarendon Road , Cliftonville CT9 2QJ | - not rated | 3,177 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amadeus Trattoria | 76 High Street, Garlinge | 259 yd | |
| Flavours by Kumar | 176 Canterbury Road, Margate | 503 yd | |
| Lucy's | 141 Canterbury Road, Margate | 962 yd | |
| Manor House Nursery School | Hartsdown House, Hartsdown Park | 1,009 yd | |
| 13 Fitness | Hartsdown House, Hartsdown Park | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rodney | 47 High Street, Garlinge | 286 yd | |
| The Hussar | 219 Canterbury Road, Margate | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garlinge Fish Bar | 72-74 High Street, Garlinge | 259 yd | |
| Barbara's Baps | 39 High Street, Garlinge | 388 yd | |
| Panda Chinese Take Away | 172 Canterbury Road, Margate | 503 yd | |
| Westbrook Fish Bar | 54 Canterbury Road, Margate | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 56 Canterbury Road, Margate | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Garlinge Primary School WESTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 203 yd |
| Garlinge Recreation Ground CAXTON ROAD | grass pitches | 290 yd |
| Hartsdown Academy GEORGE V AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Westbrook Games Centre WESTCLIFF GARDENS | tennis courts | 962 yd |
| All Saints Church Hall All Saints Avenue | 1,063 yd | |
| Healthscreen Exercise Centre (Closed) 6-7 6-7 Royal Esplanade | health and fitness suite | 1,063 yd |
| Hartsdown Sports & Leisure Centre HARTSDOWN PARK HARTSDOWN PARK HARTSDOWN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,078 yd |
| Margate Table Tennis Centre Hartsdown Road | 1,082 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 131.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.