8,645TOTAL POPULATION
3,703HOUSEHOLDS
5.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£36,400AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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TN28 POSTCODE REGION

Tonbridge (TN28)

The TN28 postcode area is located in the Tonbridge postcode town region, within the county of Kent, and contains a total of 376 individual postcodes.

There are 4 electoral wards in the TN28 postcode area, including Ashford, Battle, Bexhill-On-Sea, Cranbrook, Crowborough, Edenbridge, Etchingham, Hartfield, Hastings, Heathfield, Mayfield, New Romney, Robertsbridge, Romney Marsh, Rye, Sevenoaks, St Leonards-On-Sea, Tenterden, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Uckfield, Wadhurst, Westerham, Winchelsea which come under the local authority of the Shepway Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 17% of people in TN28 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of TN28 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


TN28 is a postcode district located in the Tonbridge district of Kent, England. It covers the Round Oak and Paddock Wood areas, which are located in the far east of the district. It is on the border with East Sussex and is about 14 miles from the county town of Maidstone.

TN28 covers approximately 8 square miles and is made up of a number of scattered settlements including High Brooms, Tunbridge Wells, Brenchley and Horsmonden. It is a rural and semi-rural postcode district, with many of its villages historically having a strong agricultural economy.

The area boasts some of the most outstanding natural attractions and landscapes in Kent, with plenty of open green areas, picturesque lakes, parks and gardens. It is also home to several historic buildings and sites, such as the 18th-century Round Oak Windmill and the 16th century Hadlow Castle.

TN28 is well served by public transport. There are regular bus services from Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells railway stations, with connections to London and other places. In terms of schooling, the area has a range of state, independent and special educational needs schools.

The Round Oak area of TN28 is popular with commuters, as it is connected to nearby towns and cities by the M25 motorway. It has its own shopping centre at Paddock Wood, as well as a range of other retail outlets, local pubs and restaurants. There are also many leisure and recreational activities for locals to enjoy, such as swimming, walking, cycling, horse riding, golf, football and tennis.

TN28 is a vibrant, rural and diverse postcode district, with something for everyone to enjoy. With its easy access to London and other cities, it is the perfect place to live for commuters and families alike.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91%WORKING
  • 9%UNEMPLOYED

9% of people in TN28 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 17%AB
  • 61%C2/C2
  • 22%DE

According to census records, 17% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 96%WHITE
  • 4%NON-WHITE

96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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TN28Kent

Kent

The county of Kent

TN28 is located in the county of Kent, in England.

Kent has a total population of 1,820,400, making it the 6th largest county in the UK.

Kent has a total area of 1443 square miles, and a population density of 486 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

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Outward CodeTN28
Postal TownTonbridge
MSOA NameShepway 012
LSOA NameShepway 012C
CountyKent
RegionKent
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityShepway
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

TN28 Electoral Wards

The postal region of TN28, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Greatstone-on-Sea
Littlestone-on-Sea
New Romney
St Mary in the Marsh
St Mary's Bay
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