Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

MARSH VIEW CLOSE, TN28 8AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARSH VIEW CLOSE, TN28 8AG.

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Population

425

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN28 8AG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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Area Character

With 51% social renting, TN28 8AG is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

TN28 8AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Marsh View Close, 0.5km from New Romney in New Romney. Administratively it sits within New Romney ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TN28 8AG is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for TN28 8AG are sourced from Output Area E00124559 (shared with 6 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 TN28 8AG. The average age is 34.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around TN28 8AG is moderate at 55 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 offences53
Anti-social behaviour29
Other theft16
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order8

school Local Schools

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The Marsh Academy

Good1080 pupils0.6 km
P

St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy

Good369 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • 51 High Street0.4 km
  • Butterworths Deli0.5 km
  • Cheap Jacks0.5 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Esso / Londis0.4 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Broadacre0.6 km
  • Martinfield Manor0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • New Romney Bowls Club0.6 km
  • Smugglers Alehouse0.5 km
  • The Captain Howey0.8 km
  • The Ship Hotel0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Bakery 640.5 km
  • Balance Bar0.4 km
  • Cardamom0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.5 km
  • Deblyns0.5 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Cinque Ports Arms0.5 km
  • Diamond Kebab0.6 km
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • New Hong Kong0.8 km
  • New Romney Grill0.8 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Appledore (Kent)10.5 km
  • Ham Street11.3 km
  • Westenhanger14.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Collins Road0.2 km
  • The Marsh Academy0.4 km
  • The Marsh Academy0.4 km
  • The Ship0.4 km
  • Town Hall0.5 km