Dymchurch Road is in New Romney and in Shepway district. TN28 8BA is located in the New Romney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Folkestone and Hythe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dymchurch Road, New Romney, TN28 8BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN28 8BJ, TN28 8HS, TN28 8AB, TN28 8BL, TN28 8BG, TN28 8BQ, TN28 8HU, TN28 8BS, TN28 8TY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN28 8BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 51.1% | -4.7% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 44.2% | 48.9% | 4.7% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 TN28 8BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 23.9% | 18.6% | -5.3% | 37.9% | -19.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 53.4% | 12.1% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 10.9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 20.2% | 13.8% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 33.6% | 36.6% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 37.7% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 21.9% | 19.2% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 4% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 24.1% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 13.1% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.3% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.2% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 15.5% | 8.6% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 19.6% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.3% | 97.5% | 3.2% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 92.6% | 94.9% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 0.7% | -3.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 94.2% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.7% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dymchurch Road was 281.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 287.9% higher than the New Romney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dymchurch Road has the highest crime rate of 23 local areas in New Romney and the 16th highest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morningside Dymchurch Road, New Romney, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2023-03-30 | £553,027 |
| Flat 7 The Elms Dymchurch Road, New Romney, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-11-26 | £171,286 |
| Morningside Dymchurch Road, New Romney, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-10-11 | £328,722 |
| Flat 11 The Elms Dymchurch Road, New Romney, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-09-02 | £155,289 |
| Flat 1 The Elms Dymchurch Road, New Romney, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-06-01 | £192,984 |
TN28 8BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TN28 8BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy Fairfield Road , TN28 8BP | 3out of 4 | 87 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatstone Primary School Baldwin Road , Greatstone TN28 8SY | 3out of 4 | 3,205 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Marsh Academy Station Road , TN28 8BB | 3out of 4 | 495 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romney Resource 2000 Limited (Romney Resource Centre) Unit 4 , Mountfield Road TN28 8LH | - not rated | 915 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romney Spice | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 84-88 HIGH STREET | 319 yd | |
| Diamond BBQ Restaurant | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 80 HIGH STREET | 355 yd | |
| La Vinci | 80 HIGH STREET | 355 yd | |
| Bakery 64 | 64 HIGH STREET | 401 yd | |
| Balance Bar | 60 HIGH STREET | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Hotel | THE SHIP HOTEL, 83 HIGH STREET | 196 yd | |
| The Plough New Romney /Gourmet Catering | THE PLOUGH INN, DYMCHURCH ROAD | 407 yd | |
| New Romney Bowls Club | NEW ROMNEY BOWLS CLUB, SUSSEX ROAD | 620 yd | |
| Smugglers Alehouse | 10 ST LAWRENCE COURT, HIGH STREET | 643 yd | |
| Warren Inn | WARREN INN, DYMCHURCH ROAD | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 79 High Street | 291 yd | |
| Seafood Shack | THE PLOUGH INN, DYMCHURCH ROAD | 407 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 53 HIGH STREET | 434 yd | |
| Wo Sing Chinese Take Away | 9-11 HIGH STREET | 630 yd | |
| Diamond Kebab | 6 STATION ROAD | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | SAINSBURYS, DYMCHURCH ROAD | 86 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Marsh Academy Leisure Centre Station Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 350 yd |
| New Romney Sports Club STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| Al'S Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 598 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 | 11.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 11.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 11.8% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.