Milkhouse Cottages is in Sissinghurst, Cranbrook and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN17 2JT is located in the Cranbrook, Sissinghurst & Frittenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maidstone and The Weald. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Milkhouse Cottages, Sissinghurst, Cranbrook, TN17 2JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN17 2JU, TN17 2LB, TN17 2LA, TN17 2JR, TN17 2JD, TN17 2JQ, TN17 2JX, TN17 2DY, TN17 2JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN17 2JT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 53.4% | 54% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 46.6% | 46% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.8% | 36% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 36.6% | -13.7% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 5.5% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 11% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 9.8% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.7% | 32.8% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -15.6% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 37.8% | -4.0% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 18.4% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 7.5% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 TN17 2JT this area, 30.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.5% | 30.7% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 9.2% | 1.4% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 16.6% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 5.5% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 17.8% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 13.5% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -20.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 6.7% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 95% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 3.4% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.4% | 95.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 28.7% | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.7% | 37.2% | -8.5% |
| Christian | 63.4% | 46.2% | 17.2% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milkhouse Cottages was 101.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.9% higher than the Cranbrook, Sissinghurst & Frittenden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Milkhouse Cottages has the 4th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Cranbrook, Sissinghurst & Frittenden and the 66th highest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Milkhouse Cottages, Cranbrook, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-02-28 | £315,134 |
| 13 Milkhouse Cottages, Cranbrook, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2021-01-18 | £292,191 |
| 6 Milkhouse Cottages, Cranbrook, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-09-13 | £357,746 |
| 14 Milkhouse Cottages, Cranbrook, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-03-07 | £255,693 |
| 6 Milkhouse Cottages, Cranbrook, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £259,000 | 2015-08-20 | £355,600 |
TN17 2JT area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
TN17 2JT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Retired | 41 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sissinghurst Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Common Road , Sissinghurst TN17 2BH | 3out of 4 | 168 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranbrook Church of England Primary School Carriers Road , TN17 3JZ | 3out of 4 | 2,085 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colliers Green Church of England Primary School Colliers Green , TN17 2LR | 3out of 4 | 3,647 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frittenden Church of England Primary School Frittenden Primary School , TN17 2DD | 3out of 4 | 4,348 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook School Waterloo Road , TN17 3JD | 4out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Weald Academy Angley Road , TN17 2PJ | 2out of 4 | 2,610 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Prep Cranbrook Coursehorn , TN17 3NP | - not rated | 2,050 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue School Jockey Lane , Cranbrook TN17 3JN | - not rated | 2,218 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benenden School Cranbrook Road , Benenden TN17 4AA | - not rated | 4,471 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sissinghurst Tandoori | The Street, Sissinghurst | 299 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sissinghurst Cricket Club | King George V Field, Sissinghurst Road | 151 yd | |
| The Milk House | The Street, Sissinghurst | 315 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Field ST GEORGES FIELD ST GEORGES FIELD SISSINGHURST ROAD | grass pitches | 134 yd |
| Jubilee Field HOP POCKET CLOSE | grass pitches | 192 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 353.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 337.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.