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Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst

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About

Hawkhurst, Benenden, and Sandhurst are rural villages located in the eastern part of the Tunbridge Wells borough. The area is characterised by rolling countryside, farmland, and woodland, offering a quiet, countryside setting. Hawkhurst serves as the largest village with local amenities, while Benenden and Sandhurst are smaller, with a more secluded feel. The region is known for its historic architecture, including traditional Kentish cottages and listed buildings.

The area is well-connected by road, with the A268 and A229 providing links to nearby towns like Cranbrook and Tunbridge Wells. Benenden is home to the prestigious Benenden School, adding a notable educational presence. Sandhurst, situated near the River Rother, has a more agricultural character. The surrounding landscape offers walking trails and outdoor activities, with the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty nearby. Local pubs and village halls serve as community hubs, reflecting the area's close-knit atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst is £47,300 per year. There are 6 schools in Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
11.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst Population
8,719
Population density
122.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,015
91.93%
Other White
284
3.26%
White and Asian (mixed)
59
0.68%
Irish
59
0.68%
Chinese
46
0.53%
Total population: 8,719

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,400
40.06%
Owns with a mortgage
1,027
29.38%
Other social rented
446
12.76%
Private landlord or letting agency
440
12.59%
Other forms of private rent
77
2.2%
Total households: 3,495

Property prices in Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst

Based on 76 recent sales, the median property price is £387,500 in Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst area, with individual transactions ranging from £165,000 up to £1,531,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst 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 Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£723,500
Flats8£273,998
Semi-Detached23£375,000
Terraced19£300,000

10 years median price trend in Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst.

All postcodes in Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst

TN184BJ

School Terrace

TN184BS

Western Road

TN184HF

Queen's Mews

TN184HJ

Queens Court

TN184LE

Highgate Hill

TN184LL

Oaklands Road

TN184QA

Delmonden Lane

TN185AE

Cranbrook Road

TN185HY

Back Road

TN185LE

Bodiam Road

TN184PB

Moor Hill

TN184EA

Heartenoak Road

TN174EN

New Pond Road

TN184AB

Highgate Hill

TN184FA

Herschel Place

TN184HR

All Saints Road

TN184JB

Queen's Mews

TN184LF

Highgate Hill

TN184RL

Conghurst Lane

TN184XT

High Street

TN185DX

Conghurst Lane

TN185DZ

Conghurst Lane

TN185EF

Cranbrook Road

TN185PU

Lomas Lane

TN184DW

Ockley Lane

TN174AD

Mounts Hill

TN174AB

Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst

TN174BS

Green Lane

TN174DL

Iden Green Road

TN184AH

High Street

TN184AL

High Street

TN184NL

Wish Valley Mews

TN185DJ

Attwaters Lane

TN185JT

Back Road

TN185PH

Beech Road

TN174DX

The Street

TN174BF

Woodcock Lane

TN172SN

Park Lane

TN174HL

Mill Street

TN174JT

Dingleden Lane

TN174LH

Babb's Lane

TN184BW

Northgrove Road

TN184DF

Winchester Road

TN184HS

All Saints Road

TN184JR

Oakfield

TN184NW

The Moor

TN184PY

High Street

TN184XL

Delmonden Lane

TN185BD

Cranbrook Road

TN185EY

Heartenoak Road

TN278DS

Frogs Hole Lane

TN174AN

Benenden Road

TN174AT

Benenden Road

TN174EE

The Street

TN184FE

Gunther Close

TN184HD

Queen's Mews

TN184JZ

High Street

TN184NG

Heansill Lane

TN184QP

Red Oak

TN184QU

Horns Road

TN184RP

Hastings Road

TN184XJ

Delmonden Lane

TN185AL

Park Lane

TN185BB

Potter's Lane

TN185ER

Cranbrook Road

TN185HS

Queen Street

TN185HZ

Burnt House Close

TN185JY

Back Road

TN184FL

Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst

TN174AA

Mounts Hill

TN174BE

Wood Lane

TN184AU

Cranbrook Road

TN184DD

Ockley Lane

TN184HT

All Saints Road

TN184NB

Wish Valley Mews

TN184RA

Horns Road

TN185DF

Attwaters Lane

TN185ET

Cranbrook Road

TN185HT

Queen Street

TN185JL

Burnt House Close

TN185PA

Crouch Lane

TN184RF

Stream Lane

TN174BW

Halden Lane

TN174DE

The Street

TN174DJ

The Street

TN174HR

Parkfield Crescent

TN184BY

Vale Road

TN184DG

Winchester Road

TN184DP

Ockley Road

TN184EP

Queen's Mews

TN184LY

Wish Valley Mews

TN184ND

Wish Valley Mews

TN184QR

Red Oak

TN184RJ

Conghurst Lane

TN185AB

Slip Mill Road

TN185DB

Conghurst Lane

TN185LH

Bodiam Road

TN184NY

Moor Hill

TN174BB

Benenden Road

TN174HD

Hawkhurst, Benenden & Sandhurst

Data Sources

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