Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

CANNON STREET, TN28 8BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANNON STREET, TN28 8BJ.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN28 8BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences56
Anti-social behaviour23
Other theft15
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order9

school Local Schools

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The Marsh Academy

Good1080 pupils0.2 km
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St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy

Good369 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Broadacre0.5 km
  • Martinfield Manor0.9 km
local_bar

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

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Bakery 640.4 km
  • Balance Bar0.4 km
  • Cardamom0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.5 km
  • Deblyns0.5 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.1 km
fastfood

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