Common Road is in Ightham, Sevenoaks and in Tonbridge And Malling district. TN15 9DX is located in the Pilgrims with Ightham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tonbridge and Malling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Common Road, Ightham, Sevenoaks, TN15 9DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN15 9EB, TN15 9AY, TN15 9DZ, TN15 9DY, TN15 9EH, TN15 9DU, TN15 9EA, TN15 9DT, TN15 9BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TN15 9DX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.9% | 49.5% | 3.6% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 54.1% | 50.5% | -3.6% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 TN15 9DX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 73.4% 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 | 17.7% | 18.6% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -19.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71% | 73.4% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 29.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 3% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -6.1% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 (90.6%) 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 | 54.9% | 64.7% | 9.8% | 48.4% | 16.3% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 25.9% | -5.9% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 11% | 6.7% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 TN15 9DX this area, 6% 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 52.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.9% | 6% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 7.3% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 12.9% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 17.2% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.1% | 52.6% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 18.8% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1.3% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.1% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 90.6% | 90.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 90.9% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 0% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 2.4% | 13.5% | -11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Common Road was 43.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.5% lower than the Borough Green & Platt average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Common Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Borough Green & Platt and the 193rd lowest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gully Common Road, Sevenoaks, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2000-07-25 | £1,174,768 |
TN15 9DX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% 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.
TN15 9DX 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 TN15 9DX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 31 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ightham Primary School Oldbury Lane , Ightham TN15 9DD | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lawrence Church of England Primary School Church Road , Stone Street TN15 0LN | 3out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plaxtol Primary School School Lane , Plaxtol TN15 0QD | 3out of 4 | 2,948 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Green Primary School School Approach , Borough Green TN15 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,267 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shipbourne School Stumble Hill , Shipbourne TN11 9PB | 3out of 4 | 4,080 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrotham School Borough Green Road , Wrotham TN15 7RD | 3out of 4 | 3,914 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Seal Hollow Rd , TN13 3SL | 3out of 4 | 5,117 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevenoaks Preparatory School Fawke Cottage , Godden Green TN15 0JU | - not rated | 3,726 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Park School Borough Green Road , Wrotham TN15 7RD | 3out of 4 | 3,793 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| White Rocks Farm Underriver , TN15 0SL | - not rated | 3,949 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old House | The Old House, Redwell Lane | 227 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.