Fir Tree Close is in Hildenborough, Tonbridge and in Tonbridge And Malling district. TN11 9EQ is located in the Hildenborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tonbridge and Malling. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fir Tree Close, Hildenborough, Tonbridge, TN11 9EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN11 9DG, TN11 9ET, TN11 9DH, TN11 9HA, TN11 9EL, TN11 9ES, TN11 9AB, TN11 9EN, TN11 9HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN11 9EQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.9% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49% | 48.1% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TN11 9EQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 13.8% | 22.5% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.5% | 64.2% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 20.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 8.1% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.8% | 58.6% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 32% | 30.3% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 9.2% | 3.0% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around TN11 9EQ this area, 8.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.9% | 8.1% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 8.1% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 15.5% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 14.8% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.9% | 46.5% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 12.7% |
| Other | 4% | 3.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.1% | 90.3% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 91.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 91.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 3.6% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 92% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 4.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fir Tree Close was 11.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.2% lower than the Cage Green & Angel average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Fir Tree Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 104 local areas in Cage Green & Angel and the 46th lowest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Fir Tree Close, Tonbridge, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2019-10-30 | £827,113 |
| 1 Fir Tree Close, Tonbridge, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2012-12-17 | £1,063,665 |
| 3 Fir Tree Close, Tonbridge, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £495,250 | 2010-07-12 | £918,670 |
| 4 Fir Tree Close, Tonbridge, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2005-03-01 | £983,045 |
| 2 Fir Tree Close, Tonbridge, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2002-05-03 | £1,083,167 |
TN11 9EQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
TN11 9EQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks Green Primary School Leigh Road , Hildenborough TN11 9AE | 3out of 4 | 298 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hildenborough Church of England Primary School Riding Lane , Hildenborough TN11 9HY | 3out of 4 | 929 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Mead Community Primary School Waveney Road , TN10 3JU | 2out of 4 | 1,703 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Trench Road , TN11 9NG | 4out of 4 | 1,728 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment The Slade , TN9 1HR | 4out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugh Christie School White Cottage Road , TN10 4PU | 3out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hayesbrook School Brook Street , TN9 2PH | 3out of 4 | 3,037 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Judd School Brook Street , TN9 2PN | 4out of 4 | 3,133 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tonbridge Grammar School Deakin Leas , TN9 2JR | 4out of 4 | 3,872 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hillview School for Girls Brionne Gardens , TN9 2HE | 3out of 4 | 3,941 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kent and Ashford College Brook Street , TN9 2PW | - not rated | 3,304 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sackville School Tonbridge Road , Hildenborough TN11 9HN | - not rated | 1,028 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fosse Bank School Mountains Noble Tree Road , Hildenborough TN11 8ND | - not rated | 1,301 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilden Grange School Dry Hill Park Road , TN10 3BX | - not rated | 2,112 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery 38 Dry Hill Park Road , TN10 3BU | - not rated | 2,112 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| YMCA West Kent 164 Shipbourne Road , TN10 3EJ | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridings Cafe | 2 Riding Lane, Hildenborough | 972 yd | |
| Hilden Manor | The Hilden Manor, 109 London Road | 1,094 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flying Dutchman | 118 Tonbridge Road, Hildenborough | 224 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 144 Tonbridge Road, Hildenborough | 700 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.