Postcode Analysis Tunbridge Wells, South East

CHURCH ROAD, TN17 1BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH ROAD, TN17 1BN.

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Population

253

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 57,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN17 1BN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TN17 1BN combines high owner-occupation (73%), strong property values (£580k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £580k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

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

For families considering a move, TN17 1BN represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £580k.

Census 2021 statistics for TN17 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00125909 (shared with 19 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 1BN. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 560,000

6 sales · Mean £ 464,500

Detached

£ 792,500

1 sales · Mean £ 792,500

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

TN17 1BN has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Burgess Stores0.3 km
  • Goudhurst Newsagents0.2 km
  • Trottenden Meats1.0 km
  • Weeks Bakery & Tearooms0.3 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

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

2 nearby
  • Goudhurst Club0.4 km
  • Goudhurst Inn0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • St Marys Church Kitchen0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marden7.2 km
  • Staplehurst8.9 km
  • Paddock Wood9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • War Memorial0.3 km
  • War Memorial0.3 km
  • Beresford Road0.3 km
  • War Memorial0.3 km
  • Car Park0.4 km