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About Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is a residential area located in Kent, England, within the CT12 postcode area. It offers a mix of housing options, making it suitable for families and individuals alike. The community is primarily suburban, with local amenities providing essential services to residents.
Surrounding Mount Pleasant, you will find various parks and green spaces that offer opportunities for outdoor activities. The area is well-connected by public transport, making it convenient for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. Local schools and shops are easily accessible, contributing to the overall practicality of living in this area.
School Ratings in Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is served by 56 schools. Laleham Gap School and Small Haven School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Mount Pleasant
Property prices average £328K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £285K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Mount Pleasant
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Mount Pleasant, with 40 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Mount Pleasant
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Mount Pleasant is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.
Healthcare in Mount Pleasant
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Mount Pleasant, the nearest being Minster Surgery (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Mount Pleasant
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Property Prices 2,633 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CT12 postcode area.
Household Income in Mount Pleasant ONS 2023
The average total household income in Mount Pleasant is approximately £47,397 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,529. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,529.
Businesses in Mount Pleasant ONS 2025
There are approximately 723 active businesses based in Mount Pleasant, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Mount Pleasant IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Mount Pleasant as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.
Crime in Mount Pleasant 231 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Mount Pleasant is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Mount Pleasant
Of the 7,842 households in and around Mount Pleasant, 62% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Mount Pleasant.