Back Lane is in Horsmonden, Tonbridge and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN12 8LH is located in the Rural Tunbridge Wells electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tunbridge Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Back Lane, Horsmonden, Tonbridge, TN12 8LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN12 8JS, TN12 8LJ, TN12 8JP, TN12 8JJ, TN12 8LA, TN12 8JL, TN12 8NJ, TN12 8LG, TN12 8JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN12 8LH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 52.4% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 47.4% | 47.6% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 TN12 8LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% 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 | 20.8% | 22.4% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 66.4% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 2.8% | -5.3% | 9.1% | -6.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 (91%) 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 | 55.9% | 55% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 36% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 7.4% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 TN12 8LH 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 44.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 8.1% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 6.9% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 16.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 19.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 43% | 44.3% | 1.3% | 33.8% | 10.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 90.5% | 91% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 91% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Back Lane was 23.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.9% lower than the Rural Tunbridge Wells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Back Lane has the 16th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Rural Tunbridge Wells and the 98th lowest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baycote House Back Lane, Tonbridge, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2021-02-11 | £629,285 |
| Limes End Back Lane, Tonbridge, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2012-12-19 | £398,118 |
| 1 Vine Cottages Back Lane, Tonbridge, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 1996-08-29 | £612,148 |
TN12 8LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TN12 8LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsmonden Primary Academy Back Lane , Horsmonden TN12 8NJ | 3out of 4 | 217 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brenchley and Matfield Church of England Primary School Market Heath , Brenchley TN12 7NY | 3out of 4 | 3,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School Beaman Close , Cranbrook Road TN17 1DZ | 4out of 4 | 4,365 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mascalls Academy Maidstone Road , Paddock Wood TN12 6LT | 3out of 4 | 4,694 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany School Goudhurst , TN17 1LB | - not rated | 4,245 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsmonden Social Club | Green Road, Horsmonden | 69 yd | |
| The Gun And Spitroast | The Gun & Spitroast, The Heath | 190 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horsmonden Sports Ground MAIDSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Horsmonden Tennis Club HORSMONDEN TENNIS CLUB HORSMONDEN TENNIS CLUB MAIDSTONE ROAD | tennis courts | 582 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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.