I have been in the area for about 40 years most of that time in Dover apart from the 8 years when I lived in lovely Suffolk.
I must admit that when I moved back to Dover in 2004 I was shocked how untidy the place seemed, then I realised it was because Beccles town was based round it's Market Square so was not as spread out as Dover.
The main thing that still annoys me is the rubbish blowing around the streets but I am sure that will improve if we get the wheelie bins. What will the seagulls do for food then.
I believe Dover is improving, maybe not fast enough for some though.