Is TN26 2DP a safe place to live?

Yes, TN26 2DP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of TN26 2DP?

The population for the TN26 2DP area is approximately 247 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Ashford, South East

TN26 2DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TN26 2DP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-10 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

247

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN26 2DP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10

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6/10

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1/10

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4/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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7/10

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2/10

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Area Character

TN26 2DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 75% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TN26 2DP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Appledore in Appledore (Ashford). Administratively it sits within Isle of Oxney ward and the Ashford constituency.

For families considering a move, TN26 2DP represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TN26 2DP are sourced from Output Area E00121832 (shared with 15 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 TN26 2DP. The average age is 48.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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TN26 2DP has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Appledore Village Stores0.7 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Miss Mollett's High Class Tea Room0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Appledore (Kent)2.2 km
Ham Street6.6 km
Rye9.2 km

Bus Stops

The Black Lion0.4 km
The Black Lion0.4 km