Bradstowe

Bradstowe ward encompasses the coastal settlement of Broadstairs, stretching from the central harbour area to the northern edges of the town. The area includes the main shopping streets, residential neighbourhoods, and the long, sandy beach of Viking Bay, which is a focal point for both residents and visitors. The ward’s layout is defined by its position atop chalk cliffs, with many streets offering views over the North Sea and descending to the waterfront via steep paths or staircases.

The ward contains the historic Dickens House Museum, reflecting the town’s well-documented Victorian literary connections. Local infrastructure is centred around the functioning harbour, which still supports a small fishing fleet and seasonal boat trips. Land use is a mix of tourism-oriented services along the seafront and quieter, primarily residential streets further inland, with several parks and cliff-top green spaces providing public recreation areas.