Postcode Analysis Tonbridge and Malling, South East

TN9 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TN9 1BQ.

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Population

535

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Avg Age

23

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

14%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN9 1BQ 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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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TN9 1BQ spans multiple life stages — average age 23, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (23) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

TN9 1BQ is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.5km from Park, The in Tonbridge. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Castle ward and the Tonbridge and Malling constituency.

This is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 23) — lively, but with high tenant turnover.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for TN9 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00167633 (shared with 21 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 TN9 1BQ. The average age is 23.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.2%
Asian / British Asian10.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

14%Active
FT: 11%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.

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

Crime around TN9 1BQ is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting108
Anti-social behaviour86
Violence and sexual offences68
Criminal damage and arson32
Other theft23

school Local Schools

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Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment

Outstanding413 pupils0.2 km
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Royal Rise Primary School

Good178 pupils1.1 km
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Sussex Road Community Primary School

Good449 pupils1.3 km
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Hillview School for Girls

Good1421 pupils1.3 km
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The Judd School

Outstanding1428 pupils1.4 km
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Hayesbrook Academy

Good464 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

38 nearby
  • Feast Fresh1.0 km
  • Priory News0.9 km
  • Railway Groceries0.8 km
  • Bronsdons0.1 km
  • Glorious Bicycles0.3 km
  • + 33 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Angel (Tonbridge) Indoor Bowls Association Ltd0.8 km
  • The New Telegraph Club Ltd0.9 km
  • Tonb Constitutional Club0.7 km
  • Man Of Kent0.2 km
  • Medway School Of Dancing0.1 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

45 nearby
  • Ismini Studios0.7 km
  • Pumpkin 1/2 Kiosk0.8 km
  • The Honeymoon0.7 km
  • Costa Limited0.8 km
  • Tonbridge Junior FC0.2 km
  • + 40 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • Chilin0.9 km
  • Pizza GoGo0.8 km
  • Chilli Hut0.1 km
  • Daily Rice0.1 km
  • Kismet Tonbridge0.4 km
  • + 18 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Rose And Crown Hotel0.2 km
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
  • Iceland Foods Plc0.4 km
  • J Sainsbury Plc Inc Petrol Station0.6 km
  • Waitrose And Partners0.5 km
  • Lidl Foodstores0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tonbridge0.9 km
  • Hildenborough3.9 km
  • Leigh (Kent)4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Bordyke0.1 km
  • Bordyke0.1 km
  • Castle0.2 km
  • Castle0.2 km
  • Castle0.2 km