TN8 5DE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Foresters Cottages, 0.9km from Edenbridge in Edenbridge. Administratively it sits within Edenbridge South and West ward and the Tonbridge and Malling constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in TN8, TN8 5DE offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £498k.
Census 2021 statistics for TN8 5DE are sourced from Output Area E00124013 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORESTERS COTTAGES, TN8 5DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORESTERS COTTAGES, TN8 5DE.
344
50
£ 50,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TN8 5DE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TN8 5DE combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£498k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £498k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN8 5DE. The average age is 50.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 498,750
2 sales · Mean £ 498,750
Terraced
£ 436,500
1 sales · Mean £ 436,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN8 5DE has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Edenbridge Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Edenbridge Sports Association0.9 km
- Secret Cask0.7 km
- The Old Eden0.6 km
- Ye Old Crown Hotel0.8 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Best Co0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
- Costcutter1.0 km
- Hennessy Farmshop0.8 km
- Mill Hill Service Station And Londis Convenience Store0.2 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shoscombe Bed And Breakfast0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- Edenbridge Balti0.8 km
- Edenbridge Rugby Footbal Club0.9 km
- Longhouse Malaysian Fusion Restaurant1.0 km
- The Minstrel0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Supreme Cuisine0.3 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Waitrose0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Aniseed0.5 km
- Hong Kong Diner0.8 km
- Istanbul Kebab1.0 km
- Ozzy's Place0.7 km
- Sushi Daily0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Edenbridge0.9 km
- Edenbridge Town1.3 km
- Hever2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hospital0.2 km
- Hospital0.2 km
- Hospital Grounds0.2 km
- Den Cross0.5 km
- Den Cross0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: TN85DE · Data under Open Government Licence