TN17 1BE 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.
For families considering a move, TN17 1BE represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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: Average house prices are around £375k.
Census 2021 statistics for TN17 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00125904 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLAYHILL, TN17 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLAYHILL, TN17 1BE.
302
41
£ 57,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TN17 1BE 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 41, TN17 1BE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £375k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN17 1BE. 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
Economic Activity
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
£ 375,000
4 sales · Mean £ 367,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN17 1BE 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 Meats0.8 km
- Weeks Bakery & Tearooms0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Star & Eagle Hotel0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Goudhurst Club0.2 km
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
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Postcode Profile: TN171BE · Data under Open Government Licence