Postcode Analysis Tunbridge Wells, South East

HIGH RIDGE, TN17 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH RIDGE, TN17 1BB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

284

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 57,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TN17 1BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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1/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

TN17 1BB has a significant social housing presence — 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TN17 1BB is a safe, established residential area on High Ridge, 0.3km from Goudhurst in Goudhurst. Administratively it sits within Goudhurst and Lamberhurst ward and the Tunbridge Wells constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TN17 1BB is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £312k.

Census 2021 statistics for TN17 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00125912 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN17 1BB. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 312,500

2 sales · Mean £ 312,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TN17 1BB has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences20
Anti-social behaviour10
Other theft6
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Burgess Stores0.3 km
  • Goudhurst Newsagents0.4 km
  • Trottenden Meats0.8 km
  • Weeks Bakery & Tearooms0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Star & Eagle Hotel0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Goudhurst Club0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • St Marys Church Kitchen0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marden7.7 km
  • Paddock Wood9.2 km
  • Staplehurst9.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Lurkins Rise0.2 km
  • Car Park0.2 km
  • Lurkins Rise0.2 km
  • War Memorial0.3 km
  • War Memorial0.3 km