Is TN12 0DP a safe place to live?

Yes, TN12 0DP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TN12 0DP?

The average property price in TN12 0DP is currently around £633k.

What is the population of TN12 0DP?

The population for the TN12 0DP area is approximately 562 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Maidstone, South East

CHICKENDEN LANE, TN12 0DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHICKENDEN LANE, TN12 0DP.

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Population

562

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 56,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN12 0DP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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3/10

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7/10

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2/10

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9/10

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4/10

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8/10

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Area Character

TN12 0DP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £633k, 85% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £633k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TN12 0DP is a safe, established residential area on Chickenden Lane, 1.2km from Hawkenbury in Staplehurst. Administratively it sits within Staplehurst ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TN12, TN12 0DP offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% 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 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £633k.

Census 2021 statistics for TN12 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00123911 (shared with 32 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 TN12 0DP. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%

Asian / British Asian2.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.5%

Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 633,000

1 sales · Mean £ 633,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

TN12 0DP has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Staplehurst2.6 km
Headcorn2.9 km
Marden6.6 km