Poplar Close is in Ashford and in Ashford district. TN23 3DY is located in the Godinton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Poplar Close, Ashford, TN23 3DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN23 3DX, TN23 3DZ, TN23 3DG, TN23 3FA, TN23 3DE, TN23 3FU, TN23 3DQ, TN23 3JT, TN23 3DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN23 3DY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 52.1% | 52.9% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 47.9% | 47.1% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 34.2% | 34.4% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 39.8% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 17% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 5.8% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 51.2% | 44.6% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 38% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 14.8% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.6% | 17% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 18% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 8.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 18.3% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.7% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 15.7% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 20.7% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 5.7% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 6.3% | 12.5% | 6.2% | 1.6% | 10.9% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 89.5% | 80.8% | -8.7% | 81.4% | -0.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 81.6% 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 | 91.6% | 81.6% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 13.2% | 7.2% | 5.6% | 7.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.7% | 81.6% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 12.9% | 12.6% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 0.9% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 4.7% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Hindu | 6.4% | 1.7% | 4.7% |
| Other religion | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poplar Close was 114.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.3% higher than the Godinton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Poplar Close has the 6th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Godinton and the 63rd highest crime rate of 392 local areas in Ashford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Poplar Close, Ashford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2021-06-04 | £179,487 |
| 5 Poplar Close, Ashford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-06-03 | £239,688 |
| 7 Poplar Close, Ashford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2019-08-16 | £273,381 |
| 5 Poplar Close, Ashford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2018-08-09 | £230,392 |
| 4 Poplar Close, Ashford, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2014-02-21 | £259,354 |
TN23 3DY 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 | 137 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Repton Manor Primary School Repton Avenue , TN23 3RX | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Godinton Primary School Lockholt Close , TN23 3JR | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Godinton Primary School Lockholt Close , TN23 3JR | - not rated | 666 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashford, St Mary's Church of England Primary School Western Avenue , TN23 1ND | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Ashford Quantock Drive , TN24 8QN | - not rated | 1,123 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highworth Grammar School for Girls Quantock Drive , TN24 8UD | - not rated | 903 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Highworth Grammar School Maidstone Road , TN24 8UD | - not rated | 903 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The North School Essella Road , TN24 8AL | - not rated | 2,703 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The North School for Boys Essella Road , TN24 8AL | - not rated | 2,703 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| North School for Girls Essella Road , TN24 8AL | - not rated | 2,703 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The John Wallis Church of England Academy Millbank Road , Kingsnorth TN23 3HG | 3out of 4 | 2,984 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside School Clockhouse , TN23 4YN | - not rated | 761 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldwyn Sixth Form College Unit 3 , Norfolk Drive TN23 4FB | - not rated | 811 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wyvern School (Buxford) Great Chart Bypass , TN23 4ER | 3out of 4 | 968 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Threshold Learning Centre Ashford , Centre Piece TN23 1BA | - not rated | 1,418 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashford College of Further Education Norwood Street , Cecil House TN23 1QT | - not rated | 1,505 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No 61 Cafe | 4 Cedar Parade, Repton Avenue | 612 yd | |
| The Coffee Corner | 24 Cedar Parade, Repton Avenue | 616 yd | |
| Old Foundry Cafe | Cobbswood Industrial Estate, Old Foundry Cafe at, Brunswick Road | 717 yd | |
| Riverside Cafe, Gateway Church | The Riverside Centre, Clockhouse | 760 yd | |
| Compass Contract Services (UK) Ltd | Joseph Hadlum Court, Eastern Avenue | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Chimneys | Loudon Way, Ashford | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmine | Unit 2 42 Parkfield House, Loudon Way | 447 yd | |
| Lams Garden | 183 Godinton Road, Ashford | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | Loudon Way, Ashford | 447 yd | |
| Waitrose | 1 Sir Bernard Paget Avenue, Ashford | 569 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Repton Manor School REPTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Godinton Primary School LOCKHOLT CLOSE | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Highworth Grammar School For Girls MAIDSTONE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 900 yd |
| St Mary'S Ashford Primary School WESTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| The Wyvern School GREAT CHART BYPASS | grass pitches | 995 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.