Lower Platts is in Ticehurst, Wadhurst and in Rother district. TN5 7DB is located in the Hurst Green & Ticehurst electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexhill and Battle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Platts, Ticehurst, Wadhurst, TN5 7DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN5 7DE, TN5 7BX, TN5 7DA, TN5 7DH, TN5 7BZ, TN5 7BY, TN5 7DG, TN5 7HD, TN5 7HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN5 7DB 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 | 53.2% | 51.6% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.4% | 1.6% | 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 | 21.7% | 33.5% | 11.8% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 48.8% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 9.8% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 4% | 5.5% | 1.5% | 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 | 49.5% | 47.9% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 35.2% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 11.9% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 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 | 14.5% | 18.1% | 3.6% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 12.4% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 16.1% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 21.6% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 23% | -2.7% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 96.8% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 94.4% | 95.8% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 95.8% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Platts was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.6% lower than the Burwash & the Weald average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lower Platts has the 13th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Burwash & the Weald and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in Rother .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montrene Lower Platts, Wadhurst, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2012-08-21 | £703,759 |
| Morar Lower Platts, Wadhurst, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2006-01-10 | £496,000 |
TN5 7DB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School Steellands Rise , Ticehurst TN5 7DH | 3out of 4 | 40 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonegate Church of England Primary School Station Road , Stonegate TN5 7EN | 3out of 4 | 3,762 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Etchingham Church of England Primary School Parsonage Croft , High Street TN19 7BY | 3out of 4 | 4,998 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ticehurst Hospital School The Priory Hospital Ticehurst , Ticehurst House TN5 7HU | - not rated | 1,452 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Cottage | 1 High Street | 836 yd | |
| The Greedy Goat Cafe | Ruston House Interiors, Ruston House Church Street | 846 yd | |
| Swallows Oast | Swallows Oast Pashley Road | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Inn | Cherry Tree Inn Dale Hill | 293 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dale Hill Hotel & Golf Club DALE HILL | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 482 yd |
| Ticehurst Recreation Ground TICEHURST VILLAGE HALL TICEHURST VILLAGE HALL HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Bell Field Pickforde Lane | grass pitches | 680 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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.