TN28 8BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from New Romney in New Romney. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within New Romney ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.
Within the TN28 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 55 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for TN28 8BB are sourced from Output Area E00124565 (shared with 129 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TN28 8BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TN28 8BB.
276
55
£ 39,200 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TN28 8BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates TN28 8BB — age 55, 69% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN28 8BB. The average age is 54.9. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN28 8BB has low crime rates — 47 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.
school Local Schools
The Marsh Academy
St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- 51 High Street0.5 km
- Butterworths Deli0.6 km
- Cheap Jacks0.7 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- Esso / Londis0.4 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Broadacre0.6 km
- Martinfield Manor1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- New Romney Bowls Club0.7 km
- Smugglers Alehouse0.7 km
- The Captain Howey0.7 km
- The Ship Hotel0.4 km
- The Plough Inn0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Bakery 640.5 km
- Balance Bar0.5 km
- Cardamom0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Deblyns0.5 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Cinque Ports Arms0.7 km
- Diamond Kebab0.4 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- New Hong Kong0.7 km
- New Romney Grill0.7 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Appledore (Kent)10.4 km
- Ham Street11.0 km
- Westenhanger13.6 km
Bus Stops
- The Marsh Academy Grounds0.1 km
- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- The Marsh Academy0.1 km
- The Marsh Academy0.1 km
- Cannon Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TN288BB · Data under Open Government Licence