Rye Road is in Sandhurst, Cranbrook and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN18 5PH is located in the Hawkhurst, Sandhurst & Benenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tunbridge Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rye Road, Sandhurst, Cranbrook, TN18 5PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TN18 5PH has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 50.5% | 48% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 49.5% | 52% | 2.5% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of TN18 5PH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63% 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 | 23.9% | 23.7% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 63% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 18.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 51.1% | 51.9% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 34.2% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 10.9% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.3% | 14% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 12.4% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.7% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 16.6% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 40.1% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 6.3% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| 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% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.9% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 91.6% | 92.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 92.1% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rye Road was 35.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.8% lower than the Hawkhurst, Sandhurst & Benenden average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Rye Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Hawkhurst, Sandhurst & Benenden and the 155th lowest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heronden Granary Rye Road, Cranbrook, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £695,000 | 2020-03-09 | £852,263 |
| Lamberden Bungalow Rye Road, Cranbrook, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2020-01-08 | £694,132 |
| Heronden Farm House Rye Road, Cranbrook, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £887,500 | 2010-08-19 | £1,531,849 |
| Heronden Barn Rye Road, Cranbrook, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2006-09-15 | £1,532,237 |
| Lamberden Oast Rye Road, Cranbrook, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2006-05-05 | £1,304,399 |
TN18 5PH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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.
TN18 5PH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TN18 5PH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandhurst Primary School Rye Road , Sandhurst TN18 5JE | 3out of 4 | 2,046 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northiam Church of England Primary School Main Street , Northiam TN31 6NB | 3out of 4 | 4,088 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rolvenden Primary School Hastings Road , Rolvenden TN17 4LS | - not rated | 4,577 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bodiam Church of England Primary School Castle Road , Bodiam TN32 5UH | 3out of 4 | 4,681 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benenden Church of England Primary School Rolvenden Road , TN17 4EH | 3out of 4 | 5,455 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frewen College Northiam , TN31 6NL | - not rated | 4,347 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 18.8% |
| 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 | 81.3% |
| Median download speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.77 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.77 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.71 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.