Postcode report
Is TN24 9JB a Good Place to Live? Crime, Schools & Area Insights
About TN24 9JB: area rating, property, schools and local change
TN24 9JB is a postcode in Bockhanger, Ashford, South East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near TN24 9JB, then scores the surrounding small area 42/100 - bottom 26% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around TN24 9JB are property market signals and jobs, while local prosperity is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for TN24 9JB is based on Ashford 015 Census 2021. It covers 7,025 residents, 1,925 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 41, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 60% owner-occupied, 18% privately rented, 22% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 2/10.
For property prices near TN24 9JB, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the TN24 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £290k from 114 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near TN24 9JB can compare 9 state schools within one mile, including 7 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 2 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near TN24 9JB by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around TN24 9JB is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 8 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about TN24 9JB
Is TN24 9JB a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 42/100 (bottom 26% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near TN24 9JB?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near TN24 9JB?
9 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near TN24 9JB?
LocaleIQ currently matches 2 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for TN24 9JB?
LocaleIQ matched TN24 9JB to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in TN24 9JB?
The latest median sold price is £290k based on 114 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around TN24 9JB?
LocaleIQ currently shows 8 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.