Ashford Road is in Bethersden, Ashford and in Ashford district. TN26 3BD is located in the Weald Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashford Road, Bethersden, Ashford, TN26 3BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN26 3BD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 51.6% | 52.5% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 47.5% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 TN26 3BD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% 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 | 20.9% | 25.9% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 56% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 8.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 53.1% | 53.7% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 27.2% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 13% | 15% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 20% | 18.5% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 6.8% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 12.8% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 9.1% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 15.5% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 35.5% | 1.2% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.3% | 92% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 4% | 5.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 5.7% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 94.2% | 93.9% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 93.9% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.1% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashford Road was 97.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.5% higher than the Kingsnorth Village & Bridgefield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashford Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Kingsnorth Village & Bridgefield and the 80th highest crime rate of 393 local areas in Ashford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmlea Ashford Road, Ashford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2025-03-24 | £597,347 |
| Harleydene Ashford Road, Ashford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2024-11-29 | £504,909 |
| 2 Oakhurst Cottages Ashford Road, Ashford, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-07-28 | £447,794 |
| Stonystack Ashford Road, Ashford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £454,000 | 2023-03-31 | £458,969 |
| Lencroft Ashford Road, Ashford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-12-18 | £398,655 |
TN26 3BD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
TN26 3BD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethersden Primary School School Road , Bethersden TN26 3AH | 3out of 4 | 1,977 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodchurch Church of England Primary School Bethersden Road , Woodchurch TN26 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 5,067 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School Wesley School Road , Cuckoo Lane TN23 5LW | 3out of 4 | 5,134 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Halden Church of England Primary School Church Hill , High Halden TN26 3JB | 3out of 4 | 5,262 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Chart Primary School Hoxton Close , Singleton TN23 5LB | 4out of 4 | 5,358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 22.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 77.3% |
| Median download speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 37.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 37.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.15 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.