TN5 6BN is a sought-after residential area on Washwell Lane, 0.5km from Durgates in Wadhurst. Administratively it sits within Frant & Wadhurst ward and the Wealden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in TN5, TN5 6BN offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for TN5 6BN are sourced from Output Area E00107841 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WASHWELL LANE, TN5 6BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WASHWELL LANE, TN5 6BN.
304
51
£ 55,400 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TN5 6BN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TN5 6BN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 79% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN5 6BN. The average age is 50.6. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TN5 6BN is moderate at 52 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
Uplands Academy
Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- McColls0.9 km
- One Stop0.1 km
- The Artful Grocers0.2 km
- The Wine Cellar0.6 km
- The Shop0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Eileen's B & B0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- La Petite France0.2 km
- Piccolo Cafe0.1 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Jempsons0.1 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Central Grill0.1 km
- Happy House0.8 km
- Simply Indian0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wadhurst2.2 km
- Stonegate4.9 km
- Frant5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- The Greyhound0.1 km
- Snape View0.2 km
- The Greyhound0.2 km
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