High Street is in Dymchurch, Romney Marsh and in Shepway district. TN29 0NG is located in the Romney Marsh 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 High Street, Dymchurch, Romney Marsh, TN29 0NG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN29 0NY, TN29 0NH, TN29 0NU, TN29 0PD, TN29 0NX, TN29 0NZ, TN29 0TA, TN29 0NL, TN29 0PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN29 0NG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.6% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.4% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.8% | 30.8% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 49.6% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 7.3% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 10.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 40.1% | 39.6% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 40.9% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 15.6% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 21.4% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 11.5% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 13.7% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 9.5% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 20.2% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 19.8% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.1% | 97.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 40.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.5% lower than the Romney Marsh average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
High Street has the 10th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Romney Marsh and the 125th lowest crime rate of 348 local areas in Folkestone and Hythe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 High Street, Romney Marsh, Kent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-06-09 | £355,614 |
| 6 High Street, Romney Marsh, Kent Other, an established residential building | £2,000 | 2020-01-20 | £2,311 |
| 8 High Street, Romney Marsh, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2001-02-16 | £118,488 |
TN29 0NG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
TN29 0NG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TN29 0NG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dymchurch Primary School New Hall Close , Dymchurch TN29 0LE | 2out of 4 | 491 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandoori Hut | 6 HIGH STREET | 17 yd | |
| The Coffee Lounge | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 18-20 MILL ROAD | 80 yd | |
| Sundaes in Dymchurch | 37 HIGH STREET | 81 yd | |
| Ivy's Kitchen | GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS PREMISES, 47 HIGH STREET | 104 yd | |
| Ultimate Eats & Treats | 34 HIGH STREET | 121 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Inn | OCEAN INN, 2 HIGH STREET | 2 yd | |
| The Hidden Treasure Micro Pub | 30 HIGH STREET | 94 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | MEMORIAL HALL, SEA WALL | 231 yd | |
| The City of London | THE CITY OF LONDON, 68-70 HIGH STREET | 240 yd | |
| Romney Marsh Masonic Club | 133 HIGH STREET | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amarettos ice Cream Parlour | 8 HIGH STREET | 18 yd | |
| Chicken Peri Peri Grill | 5 HIGH STREET | 27 yd | |
| Dymchurch Fish Bar | 5 HIGH STREET | 27 yd | |
| Aspendos Dymchurch | 67-69 HIGH STREET | 150 yd | |
| The Deck | 44-46 HIGH STREET | 155 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1-3 HIGH STREET | 64 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dymchurch Scout Hut Scout Hut Scout Hut Chapel Road | 269 yd | |
| Dymchurch Recreation Ground St. Marys Road | grass pitches | 407 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 | 88.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.2% |
| 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.