Cavendish Drive is in Tunbridge Wells and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN2 5DY is located in the Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tunbridge Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cavendish Drive, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN2 5DT, TN2 5DR, TN2 5DP, TN2 5DH, TN2 5DQ, TN2 5DU, TN2 5DL, TN2 5DJ, TN2 5DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TN2 5DY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 51.9% | 49.9% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 48.1% | 50.1% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 5DY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.3% 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 | 12.7% | 20.4% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.4% | 69.3% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 25.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 9% | 5.9% | -3.1% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.9%) 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 | 59.6% | 56.1% | -3.5% | 48.4% | 7.7% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 33.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 6.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
In the area around TN2 5DY this area, 5.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 5.9% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 5.6% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 17.8% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.8% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.3% | 51.1% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 17.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0.7% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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 | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 4.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95% | 91.1% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 92.6% | 90.2% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3.6% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 90.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.8% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.3% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.9% | 37.2% | 1.7% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cavendish Drive was 11.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.0% lower than the Culverden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cavendish Drive has the 12th lowest crime rate of 119 local areas in Culverden and the 34th lowest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Cavendish Drive, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £886,200 | 2024-07-30 | £974,144 |
| 43 Cavendish Drive, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2021-11-19 | £616,481 |
| 37 Cavendish Drive, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £532,500 | 2021-09-24 | £582,801 |
| 56 Cavendish Drive, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £673,257 | 2020-12-17 | £771,185 |
| 56 Cavendish Drive, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2018-08-31 | £679,484 |
TN2 5DY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
TN2 5DY 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Primary School Banner Farm Road , TN2 5EB | 4out of 4 | 348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Hawkenbury Road , TN2 5BW | 4out of 4 | 766 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Sandrock Road , TN2 3PR | 4out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwater Down Primary School Broadwater Lane , TN2 5RP | 3out of 4 | 1,500 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wells Free School King Charles Square , TN4 8FA | 3out of 4 | 1,659 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Skinners' School St John's Road , TN4 9PG | 4out of 4 | 2,391 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Skinners' Kent Academy Sandown Park , TN2 4PY | 4out of 4 | 2,600 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School Southfield Road , TN4 9UJ | 4out of 4 | 2,677 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bennett Memorial Diocesan School Culverden Down , TN4 9SH | 4out of 4 | 2,836 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys St John's Road , TN4 9XB | 3out of 4 | 3,326 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mead School 16 Frant Road , TN2 5SN | - not rated | 874 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood School 12 Pembury Road , TN2 3QD | - not rated | 1,900 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill School Coniston Avenue , TN4 9SY | - not rated | 2,670 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakley School Pembury Road , TN2 4NE | 3out of 4 | 3,109 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomhill Bank School Broomhill Road , Rusthall TN3 0TB | 3out of 4 | 3,645 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXA Health | AXA PPP Healthcare Limited, International House | 574 yd | |
| The Inside (TW) Limited | Bowling Pavilion & Green Calverley, Mount Pleasant Avenue | 852 yd | |
| Raj Pavilion | 20 Grove Hill Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 922 yd | |
| Emilio's Coffee | 33 High Street, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 938 yd | |
| Gail's Tunbridge Wells | Gails Tunbridge Wells, 21 High Street | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hawkenbury | The Lyle Restaurant, 119 Forest Road | 440 yd | |
| Tunbridge Wells Lawn Tennis Club | Nevill Gate, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 484 yd | |
| Grove Bowling Club | Grove Hill Gardens, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 702 yd | |
| The Compasses P H | The Compasses, 45 Little Mount Sion | 787 yd | |
| Grove Tavern P H | The Grove Tavern, 19 Berkeley Road | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foodie Boy | Down Town Fish Bar, 38 - 38A Little Mount Sion | 784 yd | |
| Down Town Fish Bar | 38 - 38A Little Mount Sion, Royal Tunbridge Wells | 787 yd | |
| Momo Bubble | Perk & Pearl, 2 Grove Hill Road | 922 yd | |
| Bouji Burgers | Javabean, 67 - 69 High Street | 976 yd | |
| Marlowes | The Bedford, 2 High Street | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 1 Great Hall Arcade, Mount Pleasant Road | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Nevill Ground NEVILL GATE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 426 yd |
| Calverley Grounds BOWLING PAVILION & GREEN CALVERLEY GROUNDS BOWLING PAVILION & GREEN CALVERLEY GROUNDS MOUNT PLEASANT AVENUE | tennis courts | 848 yd |
| The Royal Day Spa And Members Health Club (Closed) Vale Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,067 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 | 12.5% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.