Preston Road is in Tonbridge and in Tonbridge And Malling district. TN9 1UH is located in the Judd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tonbridge and Malling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Preston Road, Tonbridge, TN9 1UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN9 1UE, TN9 1UL, TN9 1UG, TN9 1UJ, TN9 1UN, TN9 1UP, TN9 1UD, TN9 1UB, TN9 1UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN9 1UH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.7% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.3% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 34.1% | 34.3% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 46% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 10.9% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.3%) 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 | 56.3% | 57.7% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 9.3% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 30.6% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 12% | 9% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 TN9 1UH this area, 6% 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 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 6% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 7.1% | -11.6% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 15% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 17.6% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 48.3% | 17.2% | 33.8% | 14.5% |
| Other | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 93% | 91.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 87.1% 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 | 90.1% | 87.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 5.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 87.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 2.1% | -3.4% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Preston Road was 41.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.6% lower than the Cage Green & Angel average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Preston Road has the 46th lowest crime rate of 104 local areas in Cage Green & Angel and the 184th lowest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 65.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Preston Road, Tonbridge, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £428,000 | 2025-01-13 | £434,612 |
| 18 Preston Road, Tonbridge, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-10-30 | £526,602 |
| 11 Preston Road, Tonbridge, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-03-27 | £325,355 |
| 26 Preston Road, Tonbridge, Kent Terraced, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-12-04 | £504,144 |
| 7 Preston Road, Tonbridge, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £477,500 | 2023-10-05 | £491,384 |
TN9 1UH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
TN9 1UH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 132 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex Road Community Primary School Sussex Road , TN9 2TP | 3out of 4 | 372 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment The Slade , TN9 1HR | 4out of 4 | 826 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Rise Primary School Royal Rise , TN9 2DQ | 1out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Chavasse Primary School 2a Baker Lane , TN11 0FB | - not rated | 2,163 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stocks Green Primary School Leigh Road , Hildenborough TN11 9AE | 3out of 4 | 2,479 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Judd School Brook Street , TN9 2PN | 4out of 4 | 572 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Hayesbrook School Brook Street , TN9 2PH | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Tonbridge Grammar School Deakin Leas , TN9 2JR | 4out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hillview School for Girls Brionne Gardens , TN9 2HE | 3out of 4 | 1,560 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Weald of Kent Grammar School Tudeley Lane , TN9 2JP | 4out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kent and Ashford College Brook Street , TN9 2PW | - not rated | 775 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonbridge School , TN9 1JP | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Nexus Foundation Special School Upper Haysden Lane , TN11 8AA | 2out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilden Grange School Dry Hill Park Road , TN10 3BX | - not rated | 1,555 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery 38 Dry Hill Park Road , TN10 3BU | - not rated | 1,555 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| YMCA West Kent 164 Shipbourne Road , TN10 3EJ | - not rated | 1,990 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCB Artisan Espresso Bar | Tonbridge Railway Station, Barden Road | 350 yd | |
| Indi18 Ltd | 18 Avebury Avenue, Tonbridge | 351 yd | |
| El Mariachi | 22 Avebury Avenue, Tonbridge | 351 yd | |
| New Jimmy's Cafe | 28 Avebury Avenue, Tonbridge | 351 yd | |
| Pumpkin 1/2 Kiosk | Tonbridge Station Cafe, Railway Approach | 381 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nelson Arms | 19 Cromer Street, Tonbridge | 145 yd | |
| Tonb Constitutional Club | 6 Barden Road, Tonbridge | 374 yd | |
| The Foresters Arms | 51 - 52 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge | 508 yd | |
| Punch And Judy | 11 St Stephens Street, Tonbridge | 520 yd | |
| The New Telegraph Club Ltd | 26 Priory Road, Tonbridge | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Eat | 14 Avebury Avenue, Tonbridge | 351 yd | |
| Avebury Avenue Fish Bar | 24 Avebury Avenue, Tonbridge | 351 yd | |
| Bubble Wraps | 11 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge | 354 yd | |
| Pizza GoGo | 4 Railway Approach, Tonbridge | 381 yd | |
| The Quarry Fish And Chips | 3 Quarry Hill Parade, Tonbridge | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Foodstores | 5-8 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge | 341 yd | |
| J Sainsbury Plc Inc Petrol Station | J Sainsbury, Angel Lane | 697 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | Iceland Frozen Foods, Botany | 699 yd | |
| Waitrose And Partners | Waitrose, Sovereign Way | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tonbridge Teen And Twenty Club (Closed) River Lawn Road | 384 yd | |
| Peak Fitness (Kent) Ltd (Closed) 2-12 2-12 Avebury Avenue | health and fitness suite | 410 yd |
| Racecourse Sports Ground NEW WHARF ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 421 yd |
| Judd School BROOK STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 544 yd |
| Tonbridge Swimming Pool TONBRIDGE POOL PARKING TONBRIDGE POOL PARKING THE SLADE | swimming pool | 673 yd |
| Hayesbrook School BROOK STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 684 yd |
| Angel Leisure Centre ANGEL LANE | health and fitness suite | 694 yd |
| Slade Primary School THE SLADE | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Angel (Tonbridge) Indoor Bowls Club AVENUE LA PUY | indoor bowls | 856 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.