TN17 1BA is a safe, established residential area on Mary Days, 0.2km from Goudhurst in Goudhurst. Administratively it sits within Goudhurst and Lamberhurst ward and the Tunbridge Wells constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, TN17 1BA is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for TN17 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00125912 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARY DAYS, TN17 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARY DAYS, TN17 1BA.
284
40
£ 57,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TN17 1BA 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.
Area Character
TN17 1BA has a significant social housing presence — 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN17 1BA. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 279,000
5 sales · Mean £ 265,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN17 1BA has low crime rates — 27 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.
school Local Schools
Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Burgess Stores0.3 km
- Goudhurst Newsagents0.3 km
- Trottenden Meats0.9 km
- Weeks Bakery & Tearooms0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Star & Eagle Hotel0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Goudhurst Club0.2 km
- Goudhurst Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- St Marys Church Kitchen0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Marden7.6 km
- Paddock Wood9.3 km
- Staplehurst9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Car Park0.1 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- War Memorial0.3 km
- War Memorial0.3 km
- Lurkins Rise0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TN171BA · Data under Open Government Licence