Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

HIGH STREET, TN28 8BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, TN28 8BZ.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN28 8BZ 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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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates TN28 8BZ — age 49, 78% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (49) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

TN28 8BZ is a mixed residential area on High Street, 0.0km from New Romney in New Romney. Administratively it sits within New Romney ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.

For families considering a move, TN28 8BZ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for TN28 8BZ are sourced from Output Area E00124562 (shared with 18 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 8BZ. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

Crime around TN28 8BZ is moderate at 59 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 offences61
Anti-social behaviour36
Other theft20
Criminal damage and arson12
Shoplifting9

school Local Schools

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St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy

Good369 pupils0.4 km
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The Marsh Academy

Good1080 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • 51 High Street0.1 km
  • Butterworths Deli0.1 km
  • Cheap Jacks0.1 km
  • Esso / Londis0.2 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.1 km
  • + 4 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Broadacre0.1 km
  • Martinfield Manor0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • New Romney Bowls Club0.2 km
  • Smugglers Alehouse0.1 km
  • The Ship Hotel0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Bakery 640.1 km
  • Balance Bar0.1 km
  • Costa Coffee0.0 km
  • Deblyns0.0 km
  • Diamond BBQ Restaurant0.1 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Cinque Ports Arms0.1 km
  • Diamond Kebab0.9 km
  • Greggs0.2 km
  • Wo Sing Chinese Take Away0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Appledore (Kent)10.1 km
  • Ham Street10.9 km
  • Westenhanger14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Town Hall0.0 km
  • West Street0.2 km
  • The Ship0.3 km
  • The Ship0.3 km
  • The Marsh Academy0.4 km