TN28 8BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cannon Street, 0.5km from New Romney in New Romney. Administratively it sits within New Romney ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £500k.
Census 2021 statistics for TN28 8BJ are sourced from Output Area E00124565 (shared with 129 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CANNON STREET, TN28 8BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANNON STREET, TN28 8BJ.
276
55
£ 39,200 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TN28 8BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TN28 8BJ combines high owner-occupation (69%), strong property values (£500k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £500k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN28 8BJ. The average age is 54.9. 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
£ 500,000
3 sales · Mean £ 458,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN28 8BJ has low crime rates — 44 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
The Marsh Academy
St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- 51 High Street0.4 km
- Butterworths Deli0.6 km
- Cheap Jacks0.6 km
- Co-op0.8 km
- Esso / Londis0.3 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Broadacre0.5 km
- Martinfield Manor0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- New Romney Bowls Club0.6 km
- Smugglers Alehouse0.6 km
- The Captain Howey0.9 km
- The Ship Hotel0.3 km
- The Plough Inn0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Bakery 640.4 km
- Balance Bar0.4 km
- Cardamom0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- Deblyns0.5 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Cinque Ports Arms0.6 km
- Diamond Kebab0.6 km
- Greggs0.3 km
- New Hong Kong0.9 km
- New Romney Grill0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Appledore (Kent)10.2 km
- Ham Street10.8 km
- Westenhanger13.5 km
Bus Stops
- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- Cannon Street0.2 km
- The Marsh Academy0.2 km
- The Marsh Academy Grounds0.2 km
- Cannon Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TN288BJ · Data under Open Government Licence