TN26 1EG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Park Drive, 0.2km from Hothfield in Hothfield. Administratively it sits within Upper Weald ward and the Ashford constituency.
For families considering a move, TN26 1EG represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £307k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TN26 1EG are sourced from Output Area E00121801 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARK DRIVE, TN26 1EG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK DRIVE, TN26 1EG.
268
47
£ 45,600 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TN26 1EG is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN26 1EG. The average age is 47.3. 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: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 307,500
2 sales · Mean £ 307,500
Terraced
£ 200,500
2 sales · Mean £ 200,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN26 1EG has low crime rates — 40 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
Goldwyn School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Hothfield Post Office0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ashford International4.7 km
- Charing4.8 km
- Ashford International4.8 km
Bus Stops
- School0.3 km
- School0.3 km
- School Road0.5 km
- School Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: TN261EG · Data under Open Government Licence