Bakers Cross is in Cranbrook and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN17 3AG 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 Bakers Cross, Cranbrook, TN17 3AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN17 3AQ, TN17 3JW, TN17 3AN, TN17 3AJ, TN17 3AL, TN17 3AE, TN17 3BQ, TN17 3AH, TN17 3AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TN17 3AG has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.9% | 50% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.1% | 50% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 27.5% | 32.5% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 50.2% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 45.1% | 55.4% | 10.3% | 48.4% | 7.0% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 31.1% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 12.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 15.1% | -9.4% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 9.9% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.5% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 17.7% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 37.1% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.7% | 96% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.4% | 89.5% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 89.5% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.6% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 1% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 43.4% | 46.2% | -2.8% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bakers Cross was 12.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% lower than the Cranbrook, Sissinghurst & Frittenden average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Bakers Cross has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Cranbrook, Sissinghurst & Frittenden and the 40th lowest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Bakers Cross Bakers Cross, Cranbrook, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £499,000 | 2009-01-23 | £1,106,152 |
TN17 3AG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook Church of England Primary School Carriers Road , TN17 3JZ | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sissinghurst Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Common Road , Sissinghurst TN17 2BH | 3out of 4 | 2,396 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colliers Green Church of England Primary School Colliers Green , TN17 2LR | 3out of 4 | 3,874 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benenden Church of England Primary School Rolvenden Road , TN17 4EH | 3out of 4 | 4,640 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 | 303 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Weald Academy Angley Road , TN17 2PJ | 2out of 4 | 1,150 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue School Jockey Lane , Cranbrook TN17 3JN | - not rated | 521 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Prep Cranbrook Coursehorn , TN17 3NP | - not rated | 1,426 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benenden School Cranbrook Road , Benenden TN17 4AA | - not rated | 3,375 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wendy House | Everndens, Stone Street | 448 yd | |
| George Hotel | Stone Street, Cranbrook | 466 yd | |
| The Cloudberry Cranbrook Ltd | Relish, Stone Street | 466 yd | |
| Willow And Sage | 23 Stone Street, Cranbrook | 469 yd | |
| Arthur's | Berry House, 11 - 13 Stone Street | 469 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larkins Alehouse Ltd | Larkins Alehouse, 7 High Street | 580 yd | |
| The White Horse | White Horse Inn, High Street | 600 yd | |
| Cramp Institute | Cramp Institute, High Street | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M & S Kebab & Pizza | Carriers Road, Cranbrook | 600 yd | |
| Wintex | Wintex, Carriers Road | 628 yd | |
| Cranbrook Fish Bar | Weald Place, Carriers Road | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The Co-Operative Food, High Street | 733 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook School WATERLOO ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 472 yd |
| The Ball Field ROSE BANK ROSE BANK WATERLOO ROAD | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Cranbrook School Pitches QUAKER LANE | grass pitches | 963 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.