Gillridge Lane is in Crowborough and in Wealden district. TN6 1UR is located in the Withyham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wealden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gillridge Lane, Crowborough, TN6 1UR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN6 1UR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 TN6 1UR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61% 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 | 20.7% | 24.5% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.3% | 61% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 16.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 6.4% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.7% | 1.3% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.1%) 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 | 52.4% | 61.9% | 9.5% | 48.4% | 13.5% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 29.2% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 7.3% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -5.4% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 TN6 1UR this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 9.2% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 6.4% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 15.6% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.3% | 47.2% | 0.9% | 33.8% | 13.4% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 95.2% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 90.5% | 89.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 90.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.5% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 0.2% | -7.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gillridge Lane was 20.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.1% lower than the Frant & Wadhurst average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Gillridge Lane has the 16th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Frant & Wadhurst and the 138th lowest crime rate of 494 local areas in Wealden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gillridge Gillridge Lane, Crowborough, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2023-11-02 | £1,282,285 |
| Orznash Forge Gillridge Lane, Crowborough, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,360,000 | 2022-11-17 | £1,198,982 |
| Gillridge Farm Oast Gillridge Lane, Crowborough, East Sussex Other, an established residential building | £1,575,000 | 2020-12-15 | £1,614,420 |
| Orznash Forge Gillridge Lane, Crowborough, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £940,409 | 2018-10-22 | £955,252 |
| The Old Apple Orchard Farm Gillridge Lane, Crowborough, East Sussex Other, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2017-12-11 | £196,202 |
TN6 1UR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% 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.
TN6 1UR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England Primary School School Lane , St John's TN6 1SD | - not rated | 2,581 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Henry Fermor Church of England Primary School Crowborough Hill , TN6 2SD | 3out of 4 | 3,105 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Henry Fermor Church of England Primary School Crowborough Hill , TN6 2SD | - not rated | 3,105 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School Chapel Green , TN6 2LB | 3out of 4 | 3,213 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Corseley Road , Groombridge TN3 9SF | 3out of 4 | 3,739 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Academy North Beeches Road , TN6 2AS | 4out of 4 | 2,986 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Community College East Beeches Road , TN6 2AS | - not rated | 2,986 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acre Wood Academy Church Road , TN6 1BN | - not rated | 3,536 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Park School Church Road , TN6 1BN | - not rated | 3,549 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowborough Tutorial Centre Aldene Centre , Fermor Road TN6 3AN | - not rated | 4,481 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walsh Manor School Walshes Road , TN6 3RB | - not rated | 4,911 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 330 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 246.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 38.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.