Cranbrook (TN18) in Kent has recorded a five-year price compound annual growth rate of -0.6%, indicating declining nominal values over this period, whilst rental growth has expanded at 5.5% annually. The district scores 44.3 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the 19th percentile nationally and classified as average performing. Population growth remains modest at 0.8% over five years. The gentrification stage is currently latent, suggesting limited demographic or economic transition characteristics at present. The divergence between negative capital growth and positive rental yields warrants consideration by those analysing income-focused investment strategies in the South East.
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- 1Property prices down 0.9% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.8% per year
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What's changing in Cranbrook · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.1 points this month to 44/100, driven mainly by safety.
26 planning applications submitted in TN18 over the last six months, 1 change of use, 2 demolition.
- Single-storey detached garage. Following the demolition of an existing single-storey detached garage and attached outbuildingMar 2026 · pending
- Demolition of a number of structures, and part of barn and for the conversion of a farm building and tank into a 3-bedroom dwelling and the widening of the existing farm track to provide vehicular access (part retrospective).Feb 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Change of use of building from agricultural to light industrial (Class E(G)(III)Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Cranbrook (TN18) common questions
Is Cranbrook up and coming?
Cranbrook (TN18) has a trajectory score of 44/100 (Average), placing it in the top 79% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 7.9 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Cranbrook safe?
Cranbrook has a safety score of 35/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Cranbrook?
The average property price in Cranbrook (TN18) is £337k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.9% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Cranbrook?
The median monthly rent in Cranbrook (TN18) is £1,478 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Cranbrook?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Robertsbridge (TN32), Battle (TN33), Etchingham (TN19), St Leonards-On-Sea (TN38), Wadhurst (TN5). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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