Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

LYDD ROAD, TN28 8DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYDD ROAD, TN28 8DH.

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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 8DH 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

TN28 8DH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 8DH is a mixed residential area on Lydd Road, 0.3km from New Romney in New Romney. Administratively it sits within New Romney ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TN28, TN28 8DH offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £375k.

Census 2021 statistics for TN28 8DH 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 8DH. 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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 345,000

4 sales · Mean £ 337,500

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

Crime around TN28 8DH is moderate at 60 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 offences31
Anti-social behaviour26
Other theft19
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order7

school Local Schools

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St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy

Good369 pupils0.6 km
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The Marsh Academy

Good1080 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • 51 High Street0.3 km
  • Butterworths Deli0.2 km
  • Cheap Jacks0.1 km
  • Esso / Londis0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

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

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • New Romney Bowls Club0.2 km
  • Smugglers Alehouse0.1 km
  • The Ship Hotel0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Bakery 640.4 km
  • Balance Bar0.3 km
  • Costa Coffee0.2 km
  • Deblyns0.3 km
  • Diamond BBQ Restaurant0.4 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Cinque Ports Arms0.1 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Wo Sing Chinese Take Away0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Appledore (Kent)10.0 km
  • Ham Street10.9 km
  • Westenhanger14.2 km

Bus Stops

  • West Street0.1 km
  • Town Hall0.3 km
  • Sussex Road0.3 km
  • Spitalfield Lane0.4 km