Postcode Analysis Tunbridge Wells, South East

SHEPHERDS COTTAGES, TN17 3ES House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHEPHERDS COTTAGES, TN17 3ES.

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Population

272

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 47,800 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN17 3ES 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.

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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 77% of tenure in TN17 3ES — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 41-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

TN17 3ES is a mixed residential area on Shepherds Cottages, 0.2km from Cranbrook in Cranbrook (Tunbridge Wells). Administratively it sits within Benenden and Cranbrook ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TN17 3ES is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £290k.

Census 2021 statistics for TN17 3ES are sourced from Output Area E00125833 (shared with 6 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 3ES. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 290,000

1 sales · Mean £ 290,000

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

Crime around TN17 3ES is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting60
Violence and sexual offences40
Anti-social behaviour35
Criminal damage and arson27
Drugs10

school Local Schools

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Cranbrook Church of England Primary School

Good201 pupils0.5 km
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Cranbrook School

Good876 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Anderson & Sons Butchers0.3 km
  • E C Wilkes & Son0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Mrs T Potts Ltd0.4 km
  • The Cranbrook Bakery0.1 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Cranbrook RFC0.6 km
  • Cramp Institute0.1 km
  • Larkins Alehouse Ltd0.3 km
  • The White Horse0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Arthur's0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee0.1 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.2 km
  • Food For Thought0.3 km
  • George Hotel0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Cranbrook Fish Bar0.2 km
  • M & S Kebab & Pizza0.3 km
  • Wintex0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Staplehurst8.5 km
  • Marden9.2 km
  • Headcorn10.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Congregational Church0.2 km
  • Co-op0.2 km
  • Congregational Church0.2 km
  • Fire Station0.3 km
  • Fire Station0.3 km