High Street is in Lamberhurst, Tunbridge Wells and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN3 8EB is located in the Rural Tunbridge Wells electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tunbridge Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Lamberhurst, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 8EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN3 8EF, TN3 8ED, TN3 8EH, TN3 8EA, TN3 8DD, TN3 8DB, TN3 8EJ, TN3 8DA, TN3 8EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TN3 8EB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 47.5% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52.5% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 | 28.4% | 31.9% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 47.6% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 2% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 11.4% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.6% | 58.3% | 9.7% | 48.4% | 9.9% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 27% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 11% | -5.9% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 23.6% | 17.3% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 9.8% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 20.8% | 5.2% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 12.9% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 32.5% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.9% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 95.6% | 93.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 93.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.3% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 49.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.0% higher than the Rural Tunbridge Wells average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
High Street has the 19th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Rural Tunbridge Wells and the 146th highest crime rate of 351 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £398,000 | 2022-06-17 | £410,839 |
| 4 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2020-03-17 | £505,225 |
| 1 - 2 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2015-05-14 | £769,686 |
| 6 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2004-07-02 | £364,706 |
| 6 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,500 | 2000-05-26 | £562,978 |
TN3 8EB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamberhurst St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School Pearse Place , Lamberhurst TN3 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 127 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilndown CofE Aided Primary School Church Road , Kilndown TN17 2SF | - not rated | 2,922 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedgebury School Bedgebury Park , Goudhurst TN17 2SH | - not rated | 5,350 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bell Bedgebury International School , Goudhurst TN17 2SH | - not rated | 5,350 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teise And Coffee | Forge House, The Broadway | 166 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chequers | Chequers Inn, The Broadway | 119 yd | |
| Brown Trout | The Brown Trout, The Down | 692 yd | |
| The Vineyard | The Down, Lamberhurst | 769 yd | |
| Lamberhurst Golf Club | Church Road, Lamberhurst | 846 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lamberhurst Playing Field MORLAND DRIVE | grass pitches | 402 yd |
| Lamberhurst Golf Club CHURCH ROAD | golf | 554 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.