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Ferndale & Hawkenbury

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About

Ferndale & Hawkenbury is a residential area in the northern part of Tunbridge Wells, known for its mix of housing styles and green spaces. The area features a range of properties, from Victorian and Edwardian homes to more modern developments. Local amenities include small shops, cafes, and pubs, catering to everyday needs. The nearby Hawkenbury Recreation Ground provides open space for sports and leisure.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to Tunbridge Wells town centre and major roads like the A26. Public transport links include regular bus services, making it convenient for commuting. Schools in the vicinity serve families, adding to the area's appeal. Ferndale & Hawkenbury offers a balance of suburban living with proximity to the town's facilities.

Area overview

On average Ferndale & Hawkenbury has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ferndale & Hawkenbury is £63,000 per year. There are 3 schools in Ferndale & Hawkenbury: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
10.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ferndale & Hawkenbury Population
9,847
Population density
1,233.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,966
80.9%
Other White
820
8.33%
Indian
176
1.79%
White and Asian (mixed)
147
1.49%
Other Asian
104
1.06%
Total population: 9,847

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,422
34.37%
Owns outright
1,351
32.66%
Private landlord or letting agency
842
20.35%
Other social rented
362
8.75%
Other forms of private rent
69
1.67%
Total households: 4,137

Property prices in Ferndale & Hawkenbury

Based on 171 recent sales, the median property price is £443,500 in Ferndale & Hawkenbury area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,600 up to £3,775,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ferndale & Hawkenbury in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Ferndale & Hawkenbury over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached34£760,000
Flats49£290,000
Semi-Detached45£580,000
Terraced43£375,000

10 years median price trend in Ferndale & Hawkenbury

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ferndale & Hawkenbury.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.