TN28 8BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on George Lane, 0.3km from New Romney in New Romney. Administratively it sits within New Romney ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.
For families considering a move, TN28 8BS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 55 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for TN28 8BS are sourced from Output Area E00124565 (shared with 129 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GEORGE LANE, TN28 8BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GEORGE LANE, TN28 8BS.
276
55
£ 39,200 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TN28 8BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TN28 8BS spans multiple life stages — average age 55, moderate ownership and renting. 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 8BS. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TN28 8BS is moderate at 53 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
St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy
The Marsh Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- 51 High Street0.2 km
- Butterworths Deli0.3 km
- Cheap Jacks0.4 km
- Co-op0.9 km
- Esso / Londis0.1 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Broadacre0.3 km
- Martinfield Manor0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- New Romney Bowls Club0.4 km
- Smugglers Alehouse0.4 km
- The Captain Howey0.9 km
- The Ship Hotel0.1 km
- The Plough Inn0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Bakery 640.2 km
- Balance Bar0.2 km
- Cardamom0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Deblyns0.3 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Cinque Ports Arms0.4 km
- Diamond Kebab0.7 km
- Greggs0.1 km
- New Hong Kong0.9 km
- New Romney Grill0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Appledore (Kent)10.2 km
- Ham Street10.9 km
- Westenhanger13.7 km
Bus Stops
- The Ship0.0 km
- The Ship0.1 km
- The Marsh Academy0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- The Marsh Academy0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TN288BS · Data under Open Government Licence