TN26 1HD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hothfield Common, 0.5km from Tutt Hill in Ashford. Administratively it sits within Upper Weald ward and the Ashford constituency.
For families considering a move, TN26 1HD represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £600k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TN26 1HD are sourced from Output Area E00121800 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOTHFIELD COMMON, TN26 1HD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOTHFIELD COMMON, TN26 1HD.
307
50
£ 45,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. TN26 1HD's low deprivation rank, 64% ownership, and £600k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN26 1HD. The average age is 50.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 600,000
1 sales · Mean £ 600,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN26 1HD has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Hothfield Post Office0.9 km
- Hothfield Service Station0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Woolpack Beefeater0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Yellow Fisherman0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Charing3.8 km
- Pluckley5.4 km
- Ashford International5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Cades Road0.1 km
- Cades Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TN261HD · Data under Open Government Licence