The Pavement is in St Michaels, Tenterden and in Ashford district. TN30 6DR is located in the Tenterden St Michael's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Pavement, St Michaels, Tenterden, TN30 6DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN30 6DU, TN30 6DX, TN30 6DS, TN30 6DP, TN30 6DT, TN30 6DY, TN30 6PT, TN30 6DL, TN30 6DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN30 6DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 50.2% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 45.9% | 49.8% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 TN30 6DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 25.4% | 27.4% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 54.4% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 5.6% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 8.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 43.8% | 38% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 36.4% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 14% | 19% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.9% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| 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 | 24.1% | 16% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 11.6% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.6% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 9.2% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15.6% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 30.4% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.6% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99% | 97.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.6% | 97.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Pavement was 117.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 173.5% higher than the Rolvenden & Tenterden West average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
The Pavement has the 5th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Rolvenden & Tenterden West and the 58th highest crime rate of 393 local areas in Ashford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennel Cottage The Pavement, Tenterden, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2022-08-25 | £625,181 |
| Twitten Cottage The Pavement, Tenterden, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-05-10 | £436,783 |
| Chennel Cottage The Pavement, Tenterden, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2015-10-01 | £651,768 |
| Chennel Cottage The Pavement, Tenterden, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £399,950 | 2013-09-11 | £674,334 |
| Chennel Cottage The Pavement, Tenterden, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2011-06-14 | £691,612 |
TN30 6DR 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 TN30 6DR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Ashford Road , St Michael's TN30 6PU | 3out of 4 | 320 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenterden Church of England Junior School Recreation Ground Road , TN30 6RA | 3out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenterden Infant School Recreation Ground Road , TN30 6RA | 3out of 4 | 2,203 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Halden Church of England Primary School Church Hill , High Halden TN26 3JB | 3out of 4 | 2,868 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Mayne Church of England Primary School, Biddenden High Street , Biddenden TN27 8AL | 3out of 4 | 5,077 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre Ashford Road , TN30 6LT | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Acorns School London Beach Farm , Ashford Road TN30 6SR | - not rated | 1,317 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields School Tenterden Road , Biddenden TN27 8BE | - not rated | 2,608 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruya Kitchen | Ashford Road, St Michaels | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | Ashford Road, St Michaels | 102 yd | |
| The Fat Ox | Ashford Road, St Michaels | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Kebab and Pizza | 11 Grange Road, Tenterden | 91 yd | |
| Happy Valley | 9 Grange Road, Tenterden | 91 yd | |
| St Michaels Fish & Chips | Unit 2, Ashford Road | 148 yd | |
| TN30 Fish & Chips | Ashford Road, St Michaels | 669 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Michaels Village Hall ST Micheal's Village Hall ST Micheal's Village Hall GRANGE ROAD | 69 yd | |
| St Michaels Recreation Ground GRANGE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 201 yd |
| London Beach Health Club & Spa ASHFORD ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 749 yd |
| Homewood School And Sixth Form Centre ASHFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,003 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.