Clifton Place is in Brighton and in Brighton district. BN1 3FN is located in the Regency electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brighton, Pavilion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clifton Place, Brighton, BN1 3FN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN1 3FL, BN1 3FQ, BN1 3HB, BN1 3FH, BN1 3FP, BN1 3DE, BN1 3FR, BN1 3EF, BN1 3DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BN1 3FN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 43.6% | 49.5% | 5.9% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 56.4% | 50.5% | -5.9% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.9% | 37.7% | -6.2% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.2% | 41.9% | 7.7% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.2% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 12.6% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.9% | 55.2% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 6.8% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 32% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 8.8% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around BN1 3FN this area, 7.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 68%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.3% | 7.7% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.3% | 4.1% | -1.2% | 9.6% | -5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 5.3% | 9.5% | 4.2% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 10.7% | -5.9% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.4% | 68% | 7.6% | 33.8% | 34.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 93.8% | 91.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 83.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 83.6% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 7.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.7% | 84% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 8.8% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 5.7% | 4.8% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0.5% | -7.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.7% | 37.2% | 26.5% |
| Christian | 30.6% | 46.2% | -15.6% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clifton Place was 36.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.0% lower than the Coldean & Stanmer average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Clifton Place has the 7th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Coldean & Stanmer and the 233rd lowest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 78.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 13 Clifton Place, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2024-08-19 | £353,135 |
| Flat 2 3 Clifton Place, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2024-01-25 | £149,876 |
| Flat 3 3 Clifton Place, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-10-14 | £220,318 |
| 11 Clifton Place, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £1,275,000 | 2022-08-24 | £1,231,846 |
| 12 Clifton Place, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2022-06-30 | £1,222,741 |
BN1 3FN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BN1 3FN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Other | 16 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 1,785 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School Spring Street , BN1 3EF | 3out of 4 | 189 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School St Nicholas Road , BN1 3LP | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Primary School Somerhill Road , BN3 1RP | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middle Street Primary School 37 Middle Street , Middle Street Primary School BN1 1AL | 3out of 4 | 851 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School Ann Street , BN1 4GP | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road , BN1 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,776 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,851 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean School Balfour Road , BN1 6NP | 3out of 4 | 3,059 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 3,293 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College 205 Dyke Road , BN3 6EG | - not rated | 923 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 3,096 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Girls GDST Montpelier Road , Brighton BN1 3AT | - not rated | 222 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Windlesham School 190 Dyke Road , BRIGHTON BN1 5AA | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Montessori Place 45 Cromwell Road , BN3 3ER | - not rated | 1,253 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Brighton 27-33 Ditchling Road , BN1 4SB | - not rated | 1,274 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drive Preparatory School 101 The Drive , BN3 6GE | - not rated | 1,731 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nowhere Man | 53 Upper North Street, Brighton | 66 yd | |
| The Feminist Bookshop | 48 Upper North Street, Brighton | 78 yd | |
| Tookta's Cafe | 30 Spring Street, Brighton | 110 yd | |
| Talk Of Tea | 26 Spring Street, Brighton | 110 yd | |
| Billies Cafe | 34 Hampton Place, Brighton | 117 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill Pub | 69 Upper North Street, Brighton | 45 yd | |
| Alberta's At The Windmill | 69 Upper North Street, Brighton | 45 yd | |
| The Cafe Cardamom Ltd At Easy Tiger | 57 Upper North Street, Brighton | 66 yd | |
| The Hampton Arms | 57 Upper North Street, Brighton | 66 yd | |
| The Rook Taproom | 38 Dean Street, Brighton | 120 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicken Club | 72 Western Road, Brighton | 224 yd | |
| Subway | 67 Western Road, Brighton | 227 yd | |
| Pizza Pizza | 56 Preston Street, Brighton | 273 yd | |
| Sushi Daily At Waitrose | 130 - 134A Western Road, Brighton | 281 yd | |
| Taco Bell | 95 Western Road, Brighton | 300 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 147 - 148 Western Road, Brighton | 193 yd | |
| Waitrose | 130-134 Western Road, Brighton | 247 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer | 195-200 Western Road, Brighton | 317 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Lyndean House, 43-46 Queens Road | 501 yd | |
| Tesco | 104 Queens Road, Brighton | 520 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalen Community Centre UPPER NORTH STREET | 90 yd | |
| Alive Fitness & Natural Health Centre CASTLE STREET | health and fitness suite | 278 yd |
| Brighton And Hove High School BRIGHTON AND HOVE HIGH SCHOOL BRIGHTON AND HOVE HIGH SCHOOL MONTPELIER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 345 yd |
| Livingwell Health Club (Brighton Metropole) 106-121 106-121 KINGS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 511 yd |
| The Grand Brighton 97-99 97-99 KINGS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 533 yd |
| Pure Gym (Brighton) TOWERPOINT TOWERPOINT NORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 555 yd |
| Poolside Leisure Club (Brighton) (Closed) Kings Road | swimming pool | 630 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (Brighton) 79-81 79-81 QUEENS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Riptide (Closed) 150-153 150-153 Kings Road Arches | health and fitness suite | 718 yd |
| St Ann'S Well Gardens Somerhill Road | tennis courts | 863 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.