Rolvenden Road is in Benenden, Cranbrook and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN17 4EE is located in the Hawkhurst, Sandhurst & Benenden 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 Rolvenden Road, Benenden, Cranbrook, TN17 4EE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN17 4EG, TN17 4EA, TN17 4DY, TN17 4DX, TN17 4DU, TN17 4DW, TN17 4EH, TN17 4DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TN17 4EE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 58.1% | 49.7% | -8.4% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 41.9% | 50.3% | 8.4% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 27.8% | 29.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.4% | 36.1% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 16.6% | 21.8% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 12.7% |
| Widowed | 12.6% | 9.5% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.7% | 43.9% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 31.8% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 15.7% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 7.1% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 21.8% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.5% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 11.6% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.8% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 14.3% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 32% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 92.5% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 3.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 90.9% | 94.5% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 94.5% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.5% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rolvenden Road was 112.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 141.1% higher than the Hawkhurst, Sandhurst & Benenden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rolvenden Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Hawkhurst, Sandhurst & Benenden and the 55th highest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.5%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camellia House Rolvenden Road, Cranbrook, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2011-09-19 | £1,275,286 |
| Camellia House Rolvenden Road, Cranbrook, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2002-03-28 | £1,190,769 |
| Camellia House Rolvenden Road, Cranbrook, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 1999-10-20 | £1,383,158 |
TN17 4EE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% 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.
TN17 4EE 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 | 43 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benenden Church of England Primary School Rolvenden Road , TN17 4EH | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rolvenden Primary School Hastings Road , Rolvenden TN17 4LS | - not rated | 3,947 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhurst Primary School Rye Road , Sandhurst TN18 5JE | 3out of 4 | 5,068 yd | Community 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 | 5,115 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benenden School Cranbrook Road , Benenden TN17 4AA | - not rated | 1,455 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dulwich Prep Cranbrook Coursehorn , TN17 3NP | - not rated | 3,889 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ronan's School Water Lane , Hawkhurst TN18 5DJ | - not rated | 4,305 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue School Jockey Lane , Cranbrook TN17 3JN | - not rated | 5,346 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benenden's Community Shop And Cafe | The Village Shop, The Street | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull Inn | The Street, Benenden | 338 yd | |
| St Georges Club | St Georges Cottage, The Street | 763 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Benenden Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND ROLVENDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 220 yd |
| Benenden Village Green THE GREEN | grass pitches | 446 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.