Gladstone Road is in Rusthall, Tunbridge Wells and in Tunbridge Wells district. TN4 8RU is located in the Rusthall & Speldhurst electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tunbridge Wells. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gladstone Road, Rusthall, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 8RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN4 8RX, TN4 8RP, TN4 8RS, TN4 8RT, TN4 8RY, TN4 8RJ, TN4 8SD, TN4 8RL, TN4 8BF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN4 8RU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 50.6% | 52.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 47.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 36% | 31.3% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.4% | 39% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 15.9% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| 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 | 46.8% | 35.2% | -11.6% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 36.2% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 17.6% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 8.6% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around TN4 8RU this area, 30.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 30.1% | 2.0% | 18.2% | 11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 8.2% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.5% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 8.2% | 6.8% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 15.3% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 23.5% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 95.5% | 93.3% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 88.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 88.5% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 6.3% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 88% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0.5% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gladstone Road was 62.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.2% lower than the Culverden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gladstone Road has the 41st highest crime rate of 119 local areas in Culverden and the 116th highest crime rate of 350 local areas in Tunbridge Wells .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Gladstone Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-07-16 | £403,348 |
| 5 Gladstone Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-08-15 | £342,531 |
| 21 Gladstone Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-08-24 | £340,000 |
| 23 Gladstone Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-11-19 | £357,746 |
| 15 Gladstone Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-11-18 | £313,716 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TN4 8RU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rusthall St Paul's CofE VA Primary School High Street , Rusthall TN4 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 65 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Down Primary School Rydal Drive , TN4 9SU | 3out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langton Green Primary School Lampington Row , Langton Green TN3 0JG | 4out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Speldhurst Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Langton Road , Speldhurst TN3 0NP | 4out of 4 | 1,832 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary School Ramslye Road , TN4 8LN | 3out of 4 | 2,172 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennett Memorial Diocesan School Culverden Down , TN4 9SH | 4out of 4 | 1,832 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School Southfield Road , TN4 9UJ | 4out of 4 | 2,653 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Skinners' School St John's Road , TN4 9PG | 4out of 4 | 2,767 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic School Reynolds Lane , TN4 9XL | 4out of 4 | 3,141 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys St John's Road , TN4 9XB | 3out of 4 | 3,210 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomhill Bank School Broomhill Road , Rusthall TN3 0TB | 3out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmewood House School Barrow Lane , Langton Green TN3 0EB | - not rated | 1,414 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill School Coniston Avenue , TN4 9SY | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mead School 16 Frant Road , TN2 5SN | - not rated | 2,891 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Bridges School Charles Street , Southborough TN4 0DS | 4out of 4 | 3,323 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Counter | Daily Bread, 27 - 29 Rusthall High Street | 99 yd | |
| Rusthall Club | Rusthall Working Mens Club, 5 St Pauls Street | 101 yd | |
| Cheese Pizza | 24 Rusthall High Street, Rusthall | 112 yd | |
| Daily Bread | 27 - 29 Rusthall High Street, Rusthall | 120 yd | |
| Rusthall Cafe | 70 Rusthall High Street, Rusthall | 167 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak | 33 Rusthall High Street, Rusthall | 69 yd | |
| The White Hart P H | White Hart, 16 Lower Green Road | 332 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Valley | Happy Valley Chinese Takeaway, 9 Rusthall High Street | 120 yd | |
| Seafresh | 16 Rusthall High Street, Rusthall | 141 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rusthall Playing Fields SOUTHWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| Jockey Farm Nellington Road | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Peacock Farm (Closed) Lower Green Road | grass pitches | 758 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% |
| Median download speed | 68 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.