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About Capel Cross
Capel Cross is a small settlement located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England. It lies within the TN12 postcode area and is situated near the border with East Sussex. The area is primarily rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The name suggests a historical connection to a chapel or religious site, though no significant structures remain visible today. The surrounding landscape features rolling countryside and is part of the wider Weald region, known for its wooded hills and agricultural land. Capel Cross is not a major settlement and does not have a central village green or market place. It is accessible via minor roads branching off the A229, which runs through the nearby towns of Cranbrook and Tenterden. The area is quiet and residential, with a small number of homes and limited commercial activity.
School Ratings in Capel Cross
Families in Capel Cross have access to 18 local schools. The Quest School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Capel Cross
Homes sell for an average of £536K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £634K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Capel Cross
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Capel Cross, with 1 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Capel Cross
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Capel Cross around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Capel Cross
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Capel Cross, the nearest being Old Parsonage Surgery (1.8 miles away).
Local Data for Capel Cross
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Property Prices 4,907 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN12 postcode area.
Household Income in Capel Cross ONS 2023
The average total household income in Capel Cross is approximately £64,590 a year before tax, 17% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,678. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £45,678.
Businesses in Capel Cross ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,825 active businesses based in Capel Cross, around 56 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 37 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Capel Cross IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Capel Cross are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Capel Cross 5 crimes · April 2026
Crime levels in Capel Cross are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Capel Cross
Of the 13,219 households in and around Capel Cross, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Capel Cross.