Postcode Analysis Tunbridge Wells, South East

CRANBROOK ROAD, TN18 4BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRANBROOK ROAD, TN18 4BE.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN18 4BE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TN18 4BE combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£340k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 6.4% year-on-year.

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

TN18 4BE is a sought-after residential area on Cranbrook Road, 0.4km from Ockley in Hawkhurst. Administratively it sits within Hawkhurst and Sandhurst ward and the Tunbridge Wells constituency.

For serious buyers, TN18 4BE is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k, down 6.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for TN18 4BE are sourced from Output Area E00125922 (shared with 14 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 TN18 4BE. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 340,000

5 sales · Mean £ 334,200

Terraced

£ 327,500

11 sales · Mean £ 321,227

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

TN18 4BE has low crime rates — 18 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 offences21
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson8
Vehicle crime2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Hawkhurst Church of England Primary School

Good193 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Hawkhurst Community Fridge0.7 km
  • Park Farm (Hawkhurst) Ltd0.6 km
  • Rye Bakery0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Royal British Legion0.6 km
  • The Great House0.8 km
  • The Queens Inn0.7 km
  • The Royal Oak0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Lovely Chinese Take-Away0.6 km
  • Prince Of Kent0.6 km
  • Zan Chinese Restaurant0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Waitrose0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Happy Garden0.6 km
  • Hawkhurst Fish Bar0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Etchingham6.6 km
  • Robertsbridge8.1 km
  • Stonegate10.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Vale Road0.2 km
  • Vale Road0.2 km
  • Ockley Road0.5 km