tonbridge TN40 Postcodes
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Tonbridge (TN40)
The TN40 postcode area is located in the Tonbridge postcode town region, within the county of East Sussex, and contains a total of 795 individual postcodes.
There are 4 electoral wards in the TN40 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 Rother Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 16% of people in TN40 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 TN40 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
TN40 is a postcode located in the Tonbridge district of the UK. It covers parts of the rural districts of Kent, including the towns of Rotherfield and Sedlescombe. This postcode also covers parts of East Sussex, encompassing the town of Peasmarsh.
TN40 is part of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and includes some of Kent's most beautiful and picturesque countryside. It comprises small villages, hamlets, and rural farms and estate. The atmosphere is generally peaceful and tranquil.
Residents of TN40 have access to an array of leisure and recreational activities with several reputable golf courses, state golf academies, and outdoor centres. There are plenty of pubs, restaurants, and shops located in the immediate vicinity.
TN40 offers a convenient commuting base for those aiming to travel into Central London by rail or car. The railway station of Paddock Wood is just 10 miles away and the towns of Tunbridge Wells and Hastings are about 15 miles away.
TN40's educational prospects are excellent with many reputable schools located nearby. These include the Tonbridge School, a prestigious independent day and boarding school, and the Judd School, an illustrious selective grammar school.
In terms of healthcare, the Michael Creswick Hospital is located just 6 miles from TN40 and provides its residents with access to top-quality and comprehensive medical and dental treatment. Additionally, there are plenty of around the clock medical centres, chemists, and opticians available.
In terms of communications, TN40 enjoys Superfast Broadband that is up to 24x faster than the average UK speed. As well as this, BT offers its ultrafast fibre broadband 1,400 Mbps packages in some parts of this postcode, making it one of the best connected regions in the UK. The area also benefits from reliable 4G coverage from all of the UK's leading mobile operators.
Demographics
East Sussex
TN40 is located in the county of East Sussex, in England.
East Sussex has a total population of 837,000, making it the 29th largest county in the UK.
East Sussex has a total area of 692 square miles, and a population density of 467 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | TN40 |
| Postal Town | Tonbridge |
| MSOA Name | Rother 011 |
| LSOA Name | Rother 011C |
| County | East Sussex |
| Region | East Sussex |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Rother |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
TN40 Electoral Wards
The postal region of TN40, 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, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.