Petersfield is in Pembury, Tunbridge Wells and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN2 4HD 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 Petersfield, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN2 4JH, TN2 4ED, TN2 4HZ, TN2 4JJ, TN2 4EE, TN2 4DL, TN2 4LP, TN2 4EG, TN2 4LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN2 4HD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% 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 | 53.8% | 55.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 46.2% | 44.5% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
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 | 28.3% | 33.3% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 46.3% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 13% | 10.6% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 8.1% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 48.8% | 41.6% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 40.2% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12.5% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 17.9% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 10.2% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 20.3% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 8.1% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.5% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 22.8% | -1.2% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.8% | 94% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 94.1% | 94% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| 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 | 92.9% | 94% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Petersfield was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.0% higher than the Rural Tunbridge Wells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Petersfield has the 16th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Rural Tunbridge Wells and the 151st highest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Petersfield, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-02-14 | £318,765 |
| 15 Petersfield, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2023-11-17 | £364,402 |
| 7 Petersfield, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-04-12 | £378,495 |
| 28 Petersfield, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2019-01-28 | £338,258 |
| 5 Petersfield, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2017-11-16 | £450,398 |
TN2 4HD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pembury School Lower Green Road , Pembury TN2 4EB | 3out of 4 | 258 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skinners' Kent Primary School The Avenue , Knights Wood TN2 3GS | 3out of 4 | 2,859 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Grove Academy Friars Way , TN2 3UA | 2out of 4 | 3,493 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Capel Primary School Five Oak Green Road , Five Oak Green TN12 6RP | 3out of 4 | 4,032 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4,472 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 3,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mascalls Academy Maidstone Road , Paddock Wood TN12 6LT | 3out of 4 | 5,111 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys St John's Road , TN4 9XB | 3out of 4 | 5,214 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Skinners' School St John's Road , TN4 9PG | 4out of 4 | 5,281 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic School Reynolds Lane , TN4 9XL | 4out of 4 | 5,359 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent College Pembury Old Church Road , Pembury TN2 4AX | - not rated | 1,688 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Oakley School Pembury Road , TN2 4NE | 3out of 4 | 2,389 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood School 12 Pembury Road , TN2 3QD | - not rated | 3,663 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Schools At Somerhill Tudeley Road , Tonbridge TN11 0NJ | - not rated | 4,825 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Bridges School Charles Street , Southborough TN4 0DS | 4out of 4 | 5,403 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | 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 | 281 yd | |
| The Pavillion Cafe | Recreation Ground, Lower Green Road | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William IV T/as North And South Leisure | King William IV, 87 Hastings Road | 1,011 yd | |
| Camden Arms Hotel | The Camden Arms, 1 High Street | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pembury Chinese Cuisine | 89 Hastings Road, Pembury | 1,044 yd | |
| Kent Kerala Spices | 101 Hastings Road, Pembury | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pembury School LOWER GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 395 yd |
| Lower Green Recreation Ground Lower Green Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 853 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 138.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.