School Road is in Charing, Ashford and in Ashford district. TN27 0LT is located in the Charing electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about School Road, Charing, Ashford, TN27 0LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN27 0JQ, TN27 0JW, TN27 0LS, TN27 0HT, TN27 0LR, TN27 0HX, TN27 0JP, TN27 0HU, TN27 0LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN27 0LT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.4% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.6% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 21.9% | 33.2% | 11.3% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 47% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 8.6% | -6.2% | 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 | 46.9% | 47.2% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 34% | -5.7% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 15.1% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 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 | 21.9% | 14.6% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 12% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 12.7% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.9% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 36% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 6.3% | 4.1% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 94.2% | 94.4% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 93.8% | 91.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 91.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Road was 68.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.9% higher than the Charing average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
School Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Charing and the 136th highest crime rate of 393 local areas in Ashford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romney House School Road, Ashford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £622,500 | 2012-10-10 | £1,119,398 |
| Romney House School Road, Ashford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2003-04-15 | £1,111,982 |
| Romney House School Road, Ashford, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2001-06-20 | £1,340,994 |
TN27 0LT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
TN27 0LT 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charing Church of England Primary School School Road , Charing TN27 0JN | 3out of 4 | 60 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pluckley Church of England Primary School The Street , Pluckley TN27 0QS | 3out of 4 | 5,355 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Farm School Egerton Road , Charing Heath TN27 0AX | - not rated | 2,724 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmine House | Maidstone Road, Charing | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bookmakers Arms | Harvey House, 18 High Street | 143 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Charing Ce Primary School School Road | grass pitches | 97 yd |
| Charing Playing Field | grass pitches, tennis courts | 453 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.