Lower Green Road is in Pembury, Tunbridge Wells and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN2 4EB is located in the Pembury & Capel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tunbridge Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Green Road, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN2 4EF, TN2 4EN, TN2 4EG, TN2 4EJ, TN2 4DD, TN2 4EH, TN2 4EP, TN2 4BS, TN2 4EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN2 4EB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 TN2 4EB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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 | 32.4% | 28.9% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 54.8% | 4.8% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 6.7% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5.9% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 45.6% | 49.2% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 35.6% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 13% | 10.2% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 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 | 22.7% | 15.1% | -7.6% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 10.9% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.9% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 12.2% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 38.7% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 4.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.1% | 93.4% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 86.8% 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 | 94.8% | 86.8% | -8.0% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 87.3% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.2% | 9.2% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 1.3% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Green Road was 6.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.6% lower than the Rural Tunbridge Wells average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lower Green Road has the lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Rural Tunbridge Wells and the 9th lowest crime rate of 351 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.6%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Lower Green Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2021-06-04 | £823,883 |
| 73 Lower Green Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2005-09-16 | £892,597 |
| 73 Lower Green Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2004-09-10 | £541,551 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pembury School Lower Green Road , Pembury TN2 4EB | 3out of 4 | 81 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skinners' Kent Primary School The Avenue , Knights Wood TN2 3GS | 3out of 4 | 2,732 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherwood Park County Junior School Friar's Way , TN2 3UA | - not rated | 3,392 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherwood Park County Infant School Friar's Way , TN2 3UA | - not rated | 3,392 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Skinners' Temple Grove Friars Way , TN2 3UA | 3out of 4 | 3,425 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skinners' Kent Academy Sandown Park , TN2 4PY | 3out of 4 | 3,000 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells High School Blackhurst Lane , TN2 4PY | - not rated | 3,000 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridgewaye School The Ridgewaye , Southborough TN4 0AA | - not rated | 4,939 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys St John's Road , TN4 9XB | 3out of 4 | 5,109 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Leigh Academy Mascalls Maidstone Road , Paddock Wood TN12 6LT | 3out of 4 | 5,134 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent College Preparatory School Old Church Road , Pembury TN2 4AX | - not rated | 1,521 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Kent College Pembury Old Church Road , Pembury TN2 4AX | - not rated | 1,521 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School Pembury Road , TN2 4NE | - not rated | 2,251 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakley School Pembury Road , TN2 4NE | 3out of 4 | 2,379 yd | Community special school | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood School 12 Pembury Road , TN2 3QD | - not rated | 3,646 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mangal & Meze | 132 Henwood Green Road, Pembury | 452 yd | |
| The Pavillion Cafe | Recreation Ground, Lower Green Road | 795 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pembury School LOWER GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 81 yd |
| Lower Green Recreation Ground Lower Green Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 822 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.