Rye Road is in Newenden, Cranbrook and in Rother district. TN18 5PP is located in the Northern Rother electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexhill and Battle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rye Road, Newenden, Cranbrook, TN18 5PP 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. However, the area surrounding TN18 5PP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 50.2% | 53.7% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 49.8% | 46.3% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 5PP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 19.8% | 25.2% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.8% | 53.7% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 10% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 8.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.3% | 49.3% | 10.0% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 44.4% | 34% | -10.4% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 12.2% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 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 | 23.5% | 16.5% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 9.4% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 15.8% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 20.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 31.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.2% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97% | 98.5% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 94.9% | 96.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 96.2% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 49.9% | 46.2% | 3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rye Road was 34.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.4% lower than the Eastern Rother average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rye Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Eastern Rother and the 109th lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in Rother .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Cottage Rye Road, Cranbrook, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2012-03-16 | £446,097 |
| Riverside Cottage Rye Road, Cranbrook, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2001-10-12 | £338,462 |
TN18 5PP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 5PP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 5PP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 155 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Self-Employed | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northiam Church of England Primary School Main Street , Northiam TN31 6NB | 3out of 4 | 3,097 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhurst Primary School Rye Road , Sandhurst TN18 5JE | 3out of 4 | 3,900 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckley Church of England Primary School Main Street , Beckley TN31 6RN | 3out of 4 | 3,908 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rolvenden Primary School Hastings Road , Rolvenden TN17 4LS | - not rated | 4,635 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frewen College Northiam , TN31 6NL | - not rated | 3,345 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Wharf Cafe | Cafe, Riverside Cottage Station Road | 2 yd | |
| Saheb's Indian Restaurant | The Station House Station Road | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart | Rye Road, Newenden | 305 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.