Station Approach is in Littlestone, New Romney and in Shepway district. TN28 8LU 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 Station Approach, Littlestone, New Romney, TN28 8LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN28 8LH, TN28 8US, TN28 8LN, TN28 8XW, TN28 8EH, TN28 8LS, TN28 8XP, TN28 8XS, TN28 8LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN28 8LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 49.5% | 53.7% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 46.3% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 45.7% | 39.5% | -6.2% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32% | 35.7% | 3.7% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 16.4% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 46.5% | 44.8% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 32.5% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16.6% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.1% | 21.8% | 2.7% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 15.1% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 15.1% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 21.4% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 17.2% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 7% | 2.9% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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 | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 93.9% | 96.3% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 96.3% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Approach was 95.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.9% higher than the New Romney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Approach has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in New Romney and the 88th highest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Adjoining, 6 Station Approach, New Romney, Kent Other, an established residential building | £368,000 | 2023-05-09 | £368,376 |
| 6 Station Approach, New Romney, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £368,000 | 2023-05-09 | £377,446 |
| Swallows Station Approach, New Romney, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-11-04 | £296,471 |
| Ra Ra Avis Station Approach, New Romney, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2016-06-27 | £352,297 |
| 3 Station Approach, New Romney, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2014-12-15 | £233,426 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| 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 | 912 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatstone Primary School Baldwin Road , Greatstone TN28 8SY | 3out of 4 | 2,452 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 | 401 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 | 90 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clipper Belle & Brew | 19 LITTLESTONE ROAD | 208 yd | |
| Littlestone Meeting Hub | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 25 LITTLESTONE ROAD | 210 yd | |
| Cardamom | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 37 LITTLESTONE ROAD | 231 yd | |
| Orlandos Cafe | 4 STATION ROAD | 235 yd | |
| Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway | RH & DR NEW ROMNEY STATION, 2 LITTLESTONE ROAD | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain Howey | THE CAPTAIN HOWEY, 1 LITTLESTONE ROAD | 210 yd | |
| Hoy Club House | New Romney Caravan Park, Clark Road | 756 yd | |
| The Ship Hotel | THE SHIP HOTEL, 83 HIGH STREET | 866 yd | |
| XIX Littlestone Warren Golf Club | ROMNEY WARREN GOLF CLUB, ST ANDREWS ROAD | 967 yd | |
| Littlestone Golf Club | LITTLESTONE GOLF CLUB, ST ANDREWS ROAD | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rod and Line Fish Bar | 21 LITTLESTONE ROAD | 208 yd | |
| New Romney Grill / Pizza Plus | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 23 LITTLESTONE ROAD | 209 yd | |
| New Hong Kong | 29 LITTLESTONE ROAD | 211 yd | |
| Diamond Kebab | 6 STATION ROAD | 238 yd | |
| Greggs | 79 High Street | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | SAINSBURYS, DYMCHURCH ROAD | 899 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Romney Sports Club STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| The Marsh Academy Leisure Centre Station Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 541 yd |
| Littlestone Golf Club ST. ANDREWS ROAD | golf, tennis courts | 943 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 | 6.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 6.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 6.7% |
| 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 | 71.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.