tonbridge TN12 Postcodes
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Tonbridge (TN12)
The TN12 postcode area is located in the Tonbridge postcode town region, within the county of Kent, and contains a total of 1425 individual postcodes.
There are 90 electoral wards in the TN12 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 Maidstone Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 29% of people in TN12 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 TN12 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
TN12 is a postcode district that covers a large part of the Tonbridge district of Kent in the United Kingdom. It is a two-part code, the first part of which is TN for Tonbridge, and the second part being 12.
The area of TN12 includes the towns of East Peckham, Five Oak Green, and Tonbridge, as well as numerous villages and hamlets such as Hilden Park, Hadlow, Leigh, Horsmonden, Lamberhurst, Paddock Wood, Tudeley, and Plaxtol. The M20 motorway crosses the northern part of TN12 and provides easy access to London, along with the nearby Tonbridge mainline railway station.
In terms of local amenities, TN12 is home to a variety of schools, churches, parks, and recreation grounds, as well as a number of well-known local eateries and soft play centres. Further education is available at nearby Hadlow College, and local businesses include a heritage museum, farm shop, and a renowned theatre.
TN12 is particularly well known for its beautiful countryside, where rivers such as the Medway, Teise and Beult provide a picturesque backdrop for walking, cycling, and bird watching. The area's well-preserved historic sites, such as Tonbridge Castle, Scotney Castle and Penshurst Place, as well as its many picturesque gardens, add to the rural charm of the area.
TN12 also boasts plenty of cultural attractions, such as an array of galleries, museums, cafés, and local markets, including the monthly ‘Tonbridge Farmers' Market'. Here, local artisans and farmers sell their wares, and visitors are encouraged to sample the best of the local produce. The area is also home to many pubs and restaurants, as well as many sports and leisure centres. All in all,TN12 is a great place to live, boasting truly beautiful surroundings and an excellent quality of life.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 91%WORKING
- 9%UNEMPLOYED
9% of people in TN12 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 94%WHITE
- 6%NON-WHITE
94% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
Kent
TN12 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.
Outward Code | TN12 |
Postal Town | Tonbridge |
MSOA Name | Maidstone 019 |
LSOA Name | Maidstone 019D |
County | Kent |
Region | Kent |
Country | England |
Local Authority | Maidstone |
Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
TN12 Electoral Wards
The postal region of TN12, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Thursday, May 16, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 29% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.