London Road is in Patcham, Brighton and in Brighton district. BN1 8QU is located in the Patcham & Hollingbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brighton, Pavilion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Road, Patcham, Brighton, BN1 8QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN1 8QX, BN1 8QW, BN1 8PZ, BN1 8QQ, BN1 8PU, BN1 6XP, BN1 6YL, BN1 5EB, BN1 5JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BN1 8QU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 53.3% | 49.8% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 46.7% | 50.2% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 8QU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.3% 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 | 34.8% | 54.3% | 19.5% | 37.9% | 16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31% | 20.7% | -10.3% | 44.2% | -23.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 13.3% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 6.4% | -7.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 48.1% | 41% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 41.4% | 12.6% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 13.5% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 3.2% | -4.3% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.9% | -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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.5% | 14.1% | -9.4% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 10.4% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 16.1% | 5.9% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 10.9% | -4.1% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 40.6% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 6.8% |
| Other | 8% | 3.1% | -4.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 7.6% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 4.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 4.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 84.4% | 70.5% | -13.9% | 81.4% | -10.9% |
| Arab | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Other | 0.9% | 4% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 64.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 64.3% | -21.5% | 83.2% | -18.9% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 11.6% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.7% | 13.4% | 8.7% | 5.6% | 7.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.9% | 64.3% | -20.6% | 83.2% | -18.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 8.5% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 11.2% | 8.8% | 2.9% | 8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 10.7% | 8.8% | 2.2% | 8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 5.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Spain | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 5.4% | 1.5% | 3.9% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.6% |
| Southern Asia | 7.7% | 1.2% | 6.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Hindu | 7.6% | 1.7% | 5.9% |
| Muslim | 7.6% | 6.5% | 1.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road 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 -45.0%.

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 37 Mandalay Court London Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-02-09 | £253,101 |
| Flat 30 Mandalay Court London Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-02-09 | £188,585 |
| Flat 1 Mandalay Court London Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-10-25 | £326,940 |
| Flat 9 Mandalay Court London Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-07-28 | £220,741 |
| Flat 21 Mandalay Court London Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-12-21 | £287,149 |
BN1 8QU 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 4,244 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 4,502 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 | 688 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Patcham Infant School Highview Avenue South , BN1 8WW | 4out of 4 | 1,048 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Preston Road , Withdean BN1 6UT | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Patcham Junior School Ladies Mile Road , Patcham BN1 8TA | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balfour Primary School Balfour Road , BN1 6NE | 2out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patcham High School Ladies Mile Road , BN1 8PB | 3out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road , BN1 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,312 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean School Balfour Road , BN1 6NP | 3out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,235 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 2,242 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,145 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College 205 Dyke Road , BN3 6EG | - not rated | 2,633 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 | 904 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College Preparatory School At Hove The Droveway , BN3 6LU | - not rated | 1,712 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton & Hove Montessori School 67 Stanford Avenue , Brighton BN1 6FB | - not rated | 2,288 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlesham School 190 Dyke Road , BRIGHTON BN1 5AA | - not rated | 2,302 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drive Preparatory School 101 The Drive , BN3 6GE | - not rated | 2,463 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 | 333 yd | |
| Windmill Stores | 32 Eldred Avenue, Brighton | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Lions Club | 11 The Deneway, Brighton | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Inn | 28 Eldred Avenue, Brighton | 369 yd | |
| Bengal Cuisine | 4 Loyal Parade, Brighton | 931 yd | |
| Flavour Express | 2 The Parade, Valley Drive | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 227-233 Preston Road, Brighton | 690 yd | |
| Co-op | 37 - 39 Old London Road, Patcham | 1,020 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 | 431 yd |
| Westdene Primary School Bankside | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Varndean College SURRENDEN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,007 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,064 yd |
| Redhill Close GLEN RISE | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 36 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.54 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.54 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.12 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.