TN17 3JW is a safe, established residential area on Bakers Cross, 0.5km from Cranbrook in Cranbrook (Tunbridge Wells). Administratively it sits within Benenden and Cranbrook ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.
For serious buyers, TN17 3JW is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k, up 10.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TN17 3JW are sourced from Output Area E00125830 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAKERS CROSS, TN17 3JW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAKERS CROSS, TN17 3JW.
441
34
£ 47,800 /yr
25%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TN17 3JW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. TN17 3JW's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £495k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 10.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN17 3JW. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 450,000
3 sales · Mean £ 453,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN17 3JW has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cranbrook School
Cranbrook Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Anderson & Sons Butchers0.4 km
- E C Wilkes & Son0.4 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
- Mrs T Potts Ltd0.4 km
- The Cranbrook Bakery0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Cramp Institute0.7 km
- Larkins Alehouse Ltd0.5 km
- The White Horse0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Arthur's0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Food For Thought0.5 km
- George Hotel0.4 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Cranbrook Fish Bar0.6 km
- M & S Kebab & Pizza0.5 km
- Wintex0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Staplehurst8.6 km
- Marden9.7 km
- Headcorn9.9 km
Bus Stops
- Dorothy Avenue0.0 km
- Dorothy Avenue0.1 km
- Cranbrook School0.4 km
- Cranbrook School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: TN173JW · Data under Open Government Licence