Liptraps Lane is in Tunbridge Wells and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN2 3BS is located in the Sherwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tunbridge Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Liptraps Lane, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 3BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN2 3BP, TN2 3BT, TN2 3BU, TN2 3HW, TN2 3BN, TN2 3HT, TN2 3HN, TN2 3HS, TN2 3BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN2 3BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 50.9% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 44.2% | 49.1% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 37.2% | 39.8% | 2.6% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.3% | 43.9% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11% | 9% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 52.4% | 52.4% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 29.9% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 22% | 21.7% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.6% | 14.9% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 16.3% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15.4% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 26.2% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.8% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 6.2% | 4.0% | 3.1% | 3.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 89.9% | 84.9% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 3.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 83.7% 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 | 90.9% | 83.7% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 9.7% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 83.7% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 11.1% | 10.8% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 1% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Liptraps Lane was 111.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.0% higher than the High Brooms average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Liptraps Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in High Brooms and the 56th highest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Liptraps Lane, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2007-10-26 | £299,831 |
| 4 Liptraps Lane, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2004-05-25 | £280,651 |
TN2 3BS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skinners' Kent Primary School The Avenue , Knights Wood TN2 3GS | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Grove Academy Friars Way , TN2 3UA | 2out of 4 | 836 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Powder Mill Lane , High Brooms TN4 9DY | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Cunningham Road , TN4 9EW | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Wilman Road , TN4 9AL | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skinners' Kent Academy Sandown Park , TN2 4PY | 4out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys St John's Road , TN4 9XB | 3out of 4 | 1,694 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic School Reynolds Lane , TN4 9XL | 4out of 4 | 1,836 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Skinners' School St John's Road , TN4 9PG | 4out of 4 | 1,969 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School Southfield Road , TN4 9UJ | 4out of 4 | 2,059 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kent and Ashford College Brook Street , TN9 2PW | - not rated | 4,561 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechwood School 12 Pembury Road , TN2 3QD | - not rated | 1,870 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Bridges School Charles Street , Southborough TN4 0DS | 4out of 4 | 1,893 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakley School Pembury Road , TN2 4NE | 3out of 4 | 1,940 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadows School London Road , Southborough TN4 0RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,734 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill School Coniston Avenue , TN4 9SY | - not rated | 3,142 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimera Climbing Centre | Unit 3, North Farm Road | 508 yd | |
| McDonalds | Crown House, Dowding Way | 560 yd | |
| Coffee Station | High Brooms Railway Station, North Farm Road | 600 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 7D, The Fountains Retail Park | 669 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 7A, The Fountains Retail Park | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Robin Hood | Robin Hood, Sandhurst Road | 675 yd | |
| The Brick Works | 102 High Brooms Road, Southborough | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ariana Kebab And Pizza | 58 Liptraps Lane, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 287 yd | |
| Happy Friar | 2 Friars Way, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 714 yd | |
| Marinos Fish Bar | 62 High Brooms Road, Southborough | 852 yd | |
| Shahen Balti House | 165 Silverdale Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 962 yd | |
| Golden Grill | 167 Silverdale Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd | Unit A1/A2 North Trading Estate, Longfield Road | 522 yd | |
| Asda | Longfield Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 523 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 4, The Fountains Retail Park | 669 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Great Lodge Retail Park, Longfield Road | 1,082 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colebrook Recreation Ground COLEBROOK PAVILION COLEBROOK PAVILION APPLE TREE LANE | grass pitches | 84 yd |
| Gymnastics Club Kent (Closed) Unit 3 Unit 3 Longfield Road | health and fitness suite | 377 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Tunbridge Wells) ENTERPRISE CENTRE ENTERPRISE CENTRE NORTH FARM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 452 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Tunbridge Wells) UNIT 5-6 UNIT 5-6 KNIGHTS WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 915 yd |
| Hilbert Recreation Ground HILBERT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,085 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 | 119.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.