Port Hall Avenue is in Brighton and in Brighton And Hove district. BN1 5PL is located in the Preston Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brighton, Pavilion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Port Hall Avenue, Brighton, BN1 5PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN1 5AX, BN1 5AW, BN1 5PN, BN1 5PJ, BN1 5PW, BN1 5AD, BN1 6AP, BN1 5PS, BN1 5AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN1 5PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49% | 48.5% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BN1 5PL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 53.3% | 43.5% | -9.8% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 40.8% | 7.5% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 10.4% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
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 (93.1%) 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 | 63.5% | 59.6% | -3.9% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 33.5% | 3.8% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 4.6% | 5.6% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -7.1% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 5PL this area, 4.7% 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 69%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.3% | 4.7% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 11.8% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 63.7% | 69% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 35.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95.2% | 90.1% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 8.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 81.6% 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 | 87.3% | 81.6% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 8.5% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.3% | 81.6% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 11.7% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0.8% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 2.1% | 13.5% | -11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67.8% | 37.2% | 30.6% |
| Christian | 21.3% | 46.2% | -24.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Port Hall Avenue was 25.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.4% lower than the Hollingdean & Fiveways average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Port Hall Avenue has the 21st lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Hollingdean & Fiveways and the 158th lowest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Port Hall Avenue, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-03-16 | £611,371 |
| 2 Port Hall Avenue, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2015-04-17 | £805,950 |
| 2 Port Hall Avenue, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £337,000 | 2010-02-05 | £647,865 |
| 1 Port Hall Avenue, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £363,500 | 2009-06-19 | £824,524 |
| 3 Port Hall Avenue, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2003-09-26 | £672,794 |
BN1 5PL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% 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 5PL 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 | 125 |
| Self-Employed | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Education | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Information and communication | 24 |
| Other | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 2,333 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 2,620 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford Infant School Highcroft Villas , BN1 5PS | 4out of 4 | 47 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford Junior School Stanford Road , BN1 5PR | 3out of 4 | 457 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School The Upper Drive , BN3 6NB | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Preston Road , Withdean BN1 6UT | 3out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Primary School Somerhill Road , BN3 1RP | 3out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Community 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 | 469 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road , BN1 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,449 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean School Balfour Road , BN1 6NP | 3out of 4 | 1,850 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,387 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 | 525 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 1,744 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windlesham School 190 Dyke Road , BRIGHTON BN1 5AA | - not rated | 201 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College Preparatory School At Hove The Droveway , BN3 6LU | - not rated | 712 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Montessori Place 45 Cromwell Road , BN3 3ER | - not rated | 1,096 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drive Preparatory School 101 The Drive , BN3 6GE | - not rated | 1,163 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton & Hove Montessori School 67 Stanford Avenue , Brighton BN1 6FB | - not rated | 1,173 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fitness Bar | 218 Dyke Road, Brighton | 158 yd | |
| Okka | 206 Dyke Road, Brighton | 202 yd | |
| Dyke Road Park Cafe | Dyke Road Park, Dyke Road | 253 yd | |
| Joe's Cafe | 24 Upper Hamilton Road, Brighton | 379 yd | |
| Rotunda Cafe | Preston Park, Preston Road | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dyke Alehouse | 218 Dyke Road, Brighton | 158 yd | |
| The Chimney House | 28 Upper Hamilton Road, Brighton | 379 yd | |
| Caroline Earles At The Prestonville Arms | 64 Hamilton Road, Brighton | 570 yd | |
| Brighton Railway Club | 4 Belmont, Brighton | 630 yd | |
| Crown And Anchor | 213 Preston Road, Brighton | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Kitchen | 210 Dyke Road, Brighton | 158 yd | |
| Captain Cooks | 212 Dyke Road, Brighton | 202 yd | |
| Kamal Indian Takeaway | 25 Upper Hamilton Road, Brighton | 379 yd | |
| Tammy's Fish Bar | 26 The Drove, Brighton | 789 yd | |
| Preston Fish Bar | 74 Beaconsfield Road, Brighton | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 239 Dyke Road, Hove | 368 yd | |
| Co-Op | 106 Dyke Road, Brighton | 949 yd | |
| Tesco | 26 The Droveway, Hove | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dyke Road Park TEA CHALET TEA CHALET DYKE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 395 yd |
| Bhasvic Sports Centre DYKE ROAD | grass pitches | 450 yd |
| Preston Bowls Club Brighton Ltd PRESTON ROAD | indoor bowls | 462 yd |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School THE UPPER DRIVE | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| Preston Park PRESTON DROVE | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 653 yd |
| Cottesmore St. Mary'S Rc Primary School THE UPPER DRIVE | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Lancing College Preparatory School At Hove THE DROVEWAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 854 yd |
| Brighton And Hove Prep RADINDEN MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 904 yd |
| Pavilion & Avenue Tennis Club THE DROVEWAY | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 985 yd |
| Poolside Leisure Club (Preston Park) (Closed) Preston Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,000 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.