Postcode Analysis Folkestone and Hythe, South East

DUNSTALL LANE, TN29 0AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUNSTALL LANE, TN29 0AB.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 35,400 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN29 0AB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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8/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. TN29 0AB's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £495k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £495k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 19.3% year-on-year.

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

TN29 0AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dunstall Lane, 0.6km from High Knocke in St Mary's Bay. Administratively it sits within Romney Marsh ward and the Folkestone and Hythe constituency.

For serious buyers, TN29 0AB is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k, up 19.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TN29 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00124302 (shared with 14 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 TN29 0AB. The average age is 52.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 425,000

9 sales · Mean £ 433,888

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

TN29 0AB has low crime rates — 24 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 offences9
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson3
Other crime3
Possession of weapons3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Costcutter0.7 km
  • Boathouse0.7 km
  • St Marys Bay Superstore0.7 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Villa Mirage0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Bailiff Sergeant0.7 km
  • Levin Club0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Yongs0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Westenhanger9.7 km
  • Sandling10.2 km
  • Ham Street10.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Dunstall Lane0.4 km
  • Dunstall Lane0.4 km
  • The Fairway0.4 km
  • The Fairway0.4 km
  • Cobsden Road0.4 km