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About Capel
Capel is a village located in the county of Kent, in the south-east of England, within the TN11 postcode area. It lies to the north of the town of Tunbridge Wells and is part of the Wealden district. The village is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by rolling countryside and close to the North Downs. Capel has a small community with a mix of residential properties and local amenities, including a church and a village hall. The area is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to walking trails and open spaces. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of larger towns and cities in the region.
School Ratings in Capel
Capel is served by 64 schools. Hilden Park is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Capel
Property prices average £693K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £892K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Capel
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Capel, with 46 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Capel
Capel falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Healthcare in Capel
There are 21 GP surgeries within three miles of Capel, the nearest being Hospice In The Weald (1.5 miles away).
Local Data for Capel
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Property Prices 1,634 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN11 postcode area.
Household Income in Capel ONS 2023
The average total household income in Capel is approximately £68,663 a year before tax, 24% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,231. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £48,231.
Businesses in Capel ONS 2025
There are approximately 864 active businesses based in Capel, around 71 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Capel IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Capel among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Crime in Capel 270 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Capel is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
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
Of the 4,740 households in and around Capel, 76% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 10% 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.