48,679TOTAL POPULATION
21,206HOUSEHOLDS
3.4%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£45,240AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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TN4 POSTCODE REGION

Tonbridge (TN4)

The TN4 postcode area is located in the Tonbridge postcode town region, within the county of Kent, and contains a total of 1045 individual postcodes.

There are 12 electoral wards in the TN4 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 Tunbridge Wells Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 32% of people in TN4 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 TN4 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


TN4 is a postcode district in the Tonbridge and Malling Borough of Kent, England. It is located to the northwest of Sevenoaks and southeast of Tunbridge Wells.

Within its bounds, TN4 covers a variety of towns and villages, including Brenchley, Matfield, Horsmonden, Southborough, Frittenden, Staplehurst, Goudhurst, Frant, Paddock Wood and Tonbridge. It also includes a large area of rural landscape.

TN4 is home to many well-known attractions. It contains Tonbridge Castle, a former royal residence whose ruins stand on the crest of a sharp hill. The castle dates back to the 11th century and features a setting of wide, flat meadows contrasting with the surrounding landscape.

The area is also home to the Oast Houses of Paddock Wood, a type of hop-drying building unique to the region. Russell Guilford, an artisan space, is located in the area and houses artisan businesses, a café and a gallery space. Other attractions include the New House Farm, which is home to a range of animals such as ponies, llamas and alpacas, and Momma Bears, a sweet-shop known for its homemade ice cream.

TN4's economy is greatly aided by its proximity and connections to London, which is located only 30 miles away. The area has a wealth of independent businesses, including a range of antique shops and boutiques.

TN4 has a very good educational system with two secondary schools -Tonbridge School and The Judds. Each has an enviable reputation and both schools are regularly in the top ten for academic performance in England. Numerous primary schools are located in the area including Castle Road, St Stephens and Hilden Oaks.

TN4 is well-connected by bus and rail, with several bus services operating in the area. Meanwhile, its two railway stations – Paddock Wood and Tonbridge – provide regular services to London, other Kent towns and Brighton.

TN4 is a flourishing postcode district that combines excellent educational facilities, rich heritage, beautiful rural landscape and proximity to London – making it a great destination for families, couples and visitors alike.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91%WORKING
  • 9%UNEMPLOYED

9% of people in TN4 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 32%AB
  • 49%C2/C2
  • 18%DE

According to census records, 32% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 88%WHITE
  • 12%NON-WHITE

88% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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Kent

The county of Kent

TN4 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 CodeTN4
Postal TownTonbridge
MSOA NameTunbridge Wells 003
LSOA NameTunbridge Wells 003C
CountyKent
RegionKent
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityTunbridge Wells
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

TN4 Electoral Wards

The postal region of TN4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bidborough
Brook Street
Ferndale
High Brooms
Lower Haysden
Mabledon
Modest Corner
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Sandown Park
Sherwood Park
Southborough
St John's
Upper Hayesden
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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