Postcode Analysis Tunbridge Wells, South East

BACK LANE, TN17 1AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACK LANE, TN17 1AN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

267

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 57,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN17 1AN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TN17 1AN — age 48, 72% ownership, 24% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £425k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

TN17 1AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Back Lane, 0.1km from Goudhurst in Goudhurst. Administratively it sits within Goudhurst and Lamberhurst ward and the Tunbridge Wells constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k.

Census 2021 statistics for TN17 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00125910 (shared with 16 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 TN17 1AN. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 425,000

5 sales · Mean £ 640,000

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

TN17 1AN has low crime rates — 28 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour10
Other theft7
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Burgess Stores0.1 km
  • Goudhurst Newsagents0.1 km
  • Trottenden Meats0.9 km
  • Weeks Bakery & Tearooms0.1 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Star & Eagle Hotel0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Goudhurst Club0.2 km
  • Goudhurst Inn0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • St Marys Church Kitchen0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marden7.4 km
  • Staplehurst9.1 km
  • Paddock Wood9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • War Memorial0.1 km
  • War Memorial0.1 km
  • War Memorial0.1 km
  • Car Park0.1 km
  • Lurkins Rise0.5 km