Postcode Analysis Tonbridge and Malling, South East

MORTLEY CLOSE, TN9 1ET House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MORTLEY CLOSE, TN9 1ET.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TN9 1ET is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TN9 1ET combines high owner-occupation (72%), strong property values (£503k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £503k. Property prices are trending up 30.9% year-on-year.

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

TN9 1ET is a well-regarded residential area on Mortley Close, 0.2km from Tonbridge in Tonbridge. Administratively it sits within Medway ward and the Tonbridge and Malling constituency.

For serious buyers, TN9 1ET is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 72% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 117 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £503k, up 30.9% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for TN9 1ET are sourced from Output Area E00186743 (shared with 19 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 TN9 1ET. The average age is 50.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.1%
Asian / British Asian7.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 435,000

19 sales · Mean £ 431,409

Terraced

£ 500,000

8 sales · Mean £ 534,368

Semi-Detached

£ 580,000

1 sales · Mean £ 580,000

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

Crime around TN9 1ET is above average at 117 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting208
Anti-social behaviour103
Violence and sexual offences97
Criminal damage and arson38
Other theft37

school Local Schools

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Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment

Outstanding413 pupils0.5 km
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Royal Rise Primary School

Good178 pupils0.8 km
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Hillview School for Girls

Good1421 pupils0.9 km
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Sussex Road Community Primary School

Good449 pupils1.2 km
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Bishop Chavasse Primary School

Good266 pupils1.3 km
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The Judd School

Outstanding1428 pupils1.3 km
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Weald of Kent Grammar School

Requires Improvement1928 pupils1.3 km
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Tonbridge Grammar School

Outstanding1156 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

40 nearby
  • Deo's Shop 'N' Save1.0 km
  • Feast Fresh0.7 km
  • Priory News0.7 km
  • Railway Groceries0.7 km
  • The Cask And Glass0.8 km
  • + 35 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Angel (Tonbridge) Indoor Bowls Association Ltd0.4 km
  • Punch And Judy0.9 km
  • The New Drum0.9 km
  • The New Telegraph Club Ltd0.7 km
  • Tonb Constitutional Club0.6 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

47 nearby
  • Eurest At Royal Mail0.9 km
  • Ismini Studios0.5 km
  • Pumpkin 1/2 Kiosk0.7 km
  • The Honeymoon0.6 km
  • Costa Limited0.6 km
  • + 42 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Chilin0.7 km
  • Pizza GoGo0.7 km
  • Chilli Hut0.3 km
  • Daily Rice0.3 km
  • Kismet Tonbridge0.7 km
  • + 17 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Rose And Crown Hotel0.2 km
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • Iceland Foods Plc0.3 km
  • J Sainsbury Plc Inc Petrol Station0.4 km
  • Waitrose And Partners0.2 km
  • Lidl Foodstores0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tonbridge0.8 km
  • Hildenborough4.2 km
  • Leigh (Kent)4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Lyons Crescent0.1 km
  • Town Lock0.1 km
  • East Street0.1 km
  • Castle0.2 km
  • Castle0.2 km