Postcode Analysis Tunbridge Wells, South East

BODIAM ROAD, TN18 5LE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BODIAM ROAD, TN18 5LE.

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

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TN18 5LE combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£500k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

TN18 5LE is a safe, established residential area on Bodiam Road, 0.5km from Sandhurst in Sandhurst (Tunbridge Wells). Administratively it sits within Hawkhurst and Sandhurst ward and the Tunbridge Wells constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TN18, TN18 5LE offers 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. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 89% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £500k.

Census 2021 statistics for TN18 5LE are sourced from Output Area E00125932 (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 TN18 5LE. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 500,000

3 sales · Mean £ 578,333

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

TN18 5LE has low crime rates — 4 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 offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Sandhurst Primary School

Good156 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • A W Kerry0.4 km
  • Johnson Of Sandhurst0.5 km
  • Sandhurst Service Station0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Sandhurst Tea Rooms0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Robertsbridge7.6 km
  • Etchingham8.3 km
  • Doleham12.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Swan0.4 km
  • Sandhurst Close0.4 km
  • The Swan0.4 km