Tongdean Lane is in Preston, Brighton and in Brighton district. BN1 6XZ is located in the Patcham & Hollingbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brighton, Pavilion. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tongdean Lane, Preston, Brighton, BN1 6XZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN1 5JS, BN1 6YP, BN1 6XP, BN1 6YL, BN1 6YN, BN1 8PU, BN1 6YG, BN1 6YH, BN1 6YJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN1 6XZ 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 | 56.7% | 51.5% | -5.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 43.3% | 48.5% | 5.2% | 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 6XZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% 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 | 41.1% | 45% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21% | 24.2% | 3.2% | 44.2% | -20.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 3.7% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 17.4% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 16.8% | 9.1% | -7.7% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.8% | 44.8% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 33.8% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 15.8% | -4.3% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 17.9% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 10% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 8.8% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 39.6% | 9.0% | 33.8% | 5.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 4.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 85% | 80.3% | -4.7% | 81.4% | -1.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 77.4% 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 | 85.8% | 77.4% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -5.8% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.7% | 77.3% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 11.3% | 7.8% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 6% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 1.3% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.5% | 37.2% | 9.3% |
| Christian | 38.5% | 46.2% | -7.7% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tongdean Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Patcham & Hollingbury average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 14 Manhattan Court Tongdean Lane, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-12-11 | £275,279 |
| Flat 38 Manhattan Court Tongdean Lane, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-10-25 | £217,898 |
| Flat 36 Manhattan Court Tongdean Lane, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-10-20 | £234,226 |
| Flat 4 Manhattan Court Tongdean Lane, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-03-28 | £288,557 |
| Flat 14 Manhattan Court Tongdean Lane, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-09-16 | £209,877 |
BN1 6XZ 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 | 115 |
| Retired | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 4,021 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 4,284 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westdene Primary School Bankside , Westdene BN1 5GN | 3out of 4 | 902 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Preston Road , Withdean BN1 6UT | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Patcham Infant School Highview Avenue South , BN1 8WW | 4out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balfour Primary School Balfour Road , BN1 6NE | 2out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Patcham Junior School Ladies Mile Road , Patcham BN1 8TA | 3out of 4 | 1,671 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road , BN1 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Patcham High School Ladies Mile Road , BN1 8PB | 3out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean School Balfour Road , BN1 6NP | 3out of 4 | 1,605 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 1,964 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 1,100 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College 205 Dyke Road , BN3 6EG | - not rated | 2,367 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downs View Life Skills College 7 Old London Road , Patcham BN1 8XR | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College Preparatory School At Hove The Droveway , BN3 6LU | - not rated | 1,432 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlesham School 190 Dyke Road , BRIGHTON BN1 5AA | - not rated | 2,036 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton & Hove Montessori School 67 Stanford Avenue , Brighton BN1 6FB | - not rated | 2,113 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drive Preparatory School 101 The Drive , BN3 6GE | - not rated | 2,188 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom Cafe | Withdean Stadium, Tongdean Lane | 317 yd | |
| Windmill Stores | 32 Eldred Avenue, Brighton | 640 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Lions Club | 11 The Deneway, Brighton | 435 yd | |
| The Station Hotel | Station Hotel, 1 Hampstead Road | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Inn | 28 Eldred Avenue, Brighton | 640 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 227-233 Preston Road, Brighton | 892 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Withdean Sports Complex Withdean Stadium Withdean Stadium Tongdean Lane | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 254 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 831 yd |
| Poolside Leisure Club (Preston Park) (Closed) Preston Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 880 yd |
| Varndean College SURRENDEN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 970 yd |
| Westdene Primary School Bankside | grass pitches | 984 yd |
| Dorothy Stringer School LODER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,063 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 | 97.6% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.05 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.