Hillside is in Tonbridge and in Tonbridge And Malling district. TN9 2QL is located in the Judd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tonbridge and Malling. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside, Tonbridge, TN9 2QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN9 2PF, TN9 2PA, TN9 2NR, TN9 2QQ, TN9 2NZ, TN9 2PT, TN9 2PS, TN9 2PG, TN9 2PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN9 2QL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 50.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48% | 49.6% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of TN9 2QL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53% 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 | 26.8% | 31.1% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 53% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 8.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 9.1% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 5.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 52% | 53% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 31.9% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 12.4% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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% | 13.4% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 14% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.7% | 19.4% | 1.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 37.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 7.9% | 3.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 10.9% | 10.9% | 3.1% | 7.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 93.6% | 77.8% | -15.8% | 81.4% | -3.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 80% 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 | 91.4% | 80% | -11.4% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 11.9% | 6.7% | 5.6% | 6.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 79.6% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 13.2% | 12.6% | 9.8% | 3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 1.6% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 4.5% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 31.4% | 46.2% | -14.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 9.4% | 1.7% | 7.7% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside was 36.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.2% lower than the Judd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillside has the 12th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Judd and the 163rd lowest crime rate of 404 local areas in Tonbridge and Malling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hillside, Tonbridge, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2017-07-03 | £593,834 |
| 1 Hillside, Tonbridge, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2004-08-18 | £535,086 |
| 7 Hillside, Tonbridge, Kent Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2001-06-20 | £599,857 |
| 1 Hillside, Tonbridge, Kent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,500 | 1996-09-21 | £534,777 |
| Full-Time Employee | 144 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 512 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Rise Primary School Royal Rise , TN9 2DQ | 1out of 4 | 1,564 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment The Slade , TN9 1HR | 4out of 4 | 1,686 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Chavasse Primary School 2a Baker Lane , TN11 0FB | - not rated | 2,332 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Spring Lane , Bidborough TN3 0UE | 3out of 4 | 3,009 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hayesbrook School Brook Street , TN9 2PH | 3out of 4 | 237 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Judd School Brook Street , TN9 2PN | 4out of 4 | 399 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tonbridge Grammar School Deakin Leas , TN9 2JR | 4out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Weald of Kent Grammar School Tudeley Lane , TN9 2JP | 4out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hillview School for Girls Brionne Gardens , TN9 2HE | 3out of 4 | 1,813 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 | 278 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nexus Foundation Special School Upper Haysden Lane , TN11 8AA | 2out of 4 | 822 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tonbridge School , TN9 1JP | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hilden Grange School Dry Hill Park Road , TN10 3BX | - not rated | 2,436 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilden Oaks Preparatory School and Nursery 38 Dry Hill Park Road , TN10 3BU | - not rated | 2,436 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadows School London Road , Southborough TN4 0RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,708 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| May Mei Garden | 44 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge | 672 yd | |
| Pizza Olivia | 41 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge | 672 yd | |
| Angel Cafe | St Stephens Church, 37 Waterloo Road | 686 yd | |
| Planet JJ's | 11 Quarry Hill Parade, Tonbridge | 831 yd | |
| FCB Artisan Espresso Bar | Tonbridge Railway Station, Barden Road | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Foresters Arms | 51 - 52 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge | 602 yd | |
| Punch And Judy | 11 St Stephens Street, Tonbridge | 847 yd | |
| The Nelson Arms | 19 Cromer Street, Tonbridge | 883 yd | |
| The New Drum | 54 Lavender Hill, Tonbridge | 1,039 yd | |
| Tonb Constitutional Club | 6 Barden Road, Tonbridge | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Quarry Fish And Chips | 3 Quarry Hill Parade, Tonbridge | 831 yd | |
| Kebab Express | 6 Quarry Hill Parade, Tonbridge | 831 yd | |
| Bubble Wraps | 11 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge | 870 yd | |
| Chilin | 2A Priory Road, Tonbridge | 975 yd | |
| Pizza GoGo | 4 Railway Approach, Tonbridge | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Foodstores | 5-8 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hayesbrook School BROOK STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 304 yd |
| Judd School BROOK STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 359 yd |
| Judd School (Vizards Sports Ground) Lower Haysden Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 892 yd |
| Nexus School UPPER HAYESDEN LANE | grass pitches | 981 yd |
| Tonbridge Grammar School DEAKIN LEAS | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,018 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.