Postcode Analysis Tunbridge Wells, South East

CLAYHILL, TN17 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLAYHILL, TN17 1BD.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 57,800 /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: TN17 1BD 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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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TN17 1BD combines high owner-occupation (61%), strong property values (£750k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £750k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

TN17 1BD is a safe, established residential area on Clayhill, 0.2km from Goudhurst in Goudhurst. Administratively it sits within Goudhurst and Lamberhurst ward and the Tunbridge Wells constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £750k.

Census 2021 statistics for TN17 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00125904 (shared with 18 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 1BD. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 750,000

1 sales · Mean £ 750,000

Detached

£ 538,000

1 sales · Mean £ 538,000

Semi-Detached

£ 395,000

1 sales · Mean £ 395,000

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

TN17 1BD 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.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour10
Other theft6
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Burgess Stores0.3 km
  • Goudhurst Newsagents0.3 km
  • Trottenden Meats0.8 km
  • Weeks Bakery & Tearooms0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Star & Eagle Hotel0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Goudhurst Club0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • St Marys Church Kitchen0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marden7.6 km
  • Paddock Wood9.2 km
  • Staplehurst9.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Car Park0.2 km
  • Lurkins Rise0.2 km
  • War Memorial0.2 km
  • Lurkins Rise0.2 km
  • War Memorial0.3 km