Marina Way is in Brighton and in Brighton district. BN2 5TR is located in the Whitehawk & Marina electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brighton, Kemptown. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marina Way, Brighton, BN2 5TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN2 5RD, BN2 5RT, BN2 5RB, BN2 5TN, BN2 5TP, BN2 5TQ, BN2 5TG, BN2 5NA, BN2 5TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN2 5TR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 50.6% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.9% | 49.4% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 BN2 5TR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.3% 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 | 60.6% | 52.3% | -8.3% | 37.9% | 14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.1% | 20.8% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -23.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 4.6% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 15.7% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 48.4% | 47.2% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 36% | 31.6% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 13.9% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.5% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 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.
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 50.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.6% | 10.2% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.2% | 6.5% | 1.3% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.4% | 8.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.1% | 19.4% | 1.3% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.2% | 50.5% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 16.7% |
| Other | 9.2% | 0.9% | -8.3% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.2% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 85.9% | 83.2% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 1.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 64.9% 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 | 78.8% | 64.9% | -13.9% | 83.2% | -18.3% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 15.6% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 9.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 6.5% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.9% | 5.2% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.9% | 64.9% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -18.3% |
| 10+ Years | 5.3% | 21.2% | 15.9% | 9.8% | 11.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.7% | 5.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 3.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.5% | 4.8% | -3.7% | 1.9% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 3.5% | 0.4% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marina Way was 104.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.6% lower than the Kemptown average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Marina Way has the 36th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Kemptown and the 251st highest crime rate of 804 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% 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 Marina Way, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-01-19 | £440,078 |
| 1 Marina Way, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £375,500 | 2014-10-23 | £552,310 |
| 3 Marina Way, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2010-05-20 | £556,626 |
| 1 Marina Way, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2007-02-16 | £569,034 |
| 1 Marina Way, Brighton, East Sussex Terraced, a newly built property | £88,000 | 1995-12-18 | £805,804 |
BN2 5TR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
BN2 5TR 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.
The percentage of student residents living in BN2 5TR area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 2,287 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's CofE Primary School Manor Road , BN2 5EA | - not rated | 732 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Whitehawk Hill Road , BN2 0AH | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehawk Junior School Whitehawk Road , Whitehawk BN2 5FL | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehawk Infants School Whitehawk Road , BN2 5FL | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Whitehawk Whitehawk Road , Whitehawk BN2 5FL | 3out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Brighton College of Media Arts Wilson Avenue , BN2 5PB | - not rated | 978 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marina High School Wilson Avenue , BN2 5PB | - not rated | 987 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longhill High School Falmer Road , Rottingdean BN2 7FR | 2out of 4 | 2,841 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | - not rated | 4,831 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean School Balfour Road , BN1 6NP | 3out of 4 | 4,849 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City College Brighton and Hove Pelham Street , BN1 4FA | - not rated | 2,913 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College 205 Dyke Road , BN3 6EG | - not rated | 4,217 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 5,249 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Waldorf School Roedean Road , Brighton BN2 5RA | - not rated | 230 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Hall Eastern Road , BN2 5JF | - not rated | 739 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St. John's College (Brighton) 17 Walpole Road , BN2 0AF | - not rated | 1,202 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkhurst Court Dyslexia Centre 161 Eastern Road , BN2 2AG | - not rated | 1,314 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children Walpole Road , BN2 0LS | 3out of 4 | 1,318 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac's Cafe | 30 Arundel Road, Brighton | 254 yd | |
| Mac's Cafe | 30 Arundel Road, Brighton | 254 yd | |
| Daddy Longlegs Wet Sales | 1 Arundel Road, Brighton | 287 yd | |
| Mama's Cafe | 22 Whitehawk Road, Brighton | 288 yd | |
| The Half Way Hut | East Brighton Golf Club, Roedean Road | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Mariner | 24 Waterfront, Brighton Marina | 417 yd | |
| Globalls (Wet Sales) | 1 - 5 Waterfront, Brighton Marina | 438 yd | |
| The West Quay | West Quay, Waterfront | 529 yd | |
| Rendezvous Casino | Brighton Marina Village, Brighton | 529 yd | |
| Busby And Wilds | 8 - 9 Rock Street, Brighton | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 53 Arundel Road, Brighton | 253 yd | |
| Saffrons | 20 Whitehawk Road, Brighton | 288 yd | |
| Plaice4fish | 35 - 36 Whitehawk Road, Brighton | 348 yd | |
| WFC | 30 Whitehawk Road, Brighton | 348 yd | |
| Kebab House | 3 The Broadway, Brighton | 417 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | 45 Arundel Road, Brighton | 219 yd | |
| Co-op | Whitehawk Road, Brighton | 340 yd | |
| Asda | Brighton Marina, Brighton Marina Village | 529 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Brighton Golf Club ROEDEAN ROAD | golf | 354 yd |
| East Brighton Park Wilson Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 494 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Brighton) | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 533 yd |
| Badgers Tennis Club CHURCH PLACE | tennis courts | 657 yd |
| The Manor Road Gym MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 671 yd |
| St Marks Ce School Manor Road | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Brighton Swimming Centre EASTERN ROAD | swimming pool | 777 yd |
| Roedean Junior School (Closed) Eastern Road | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Stanley Deason Leisure Centre WILSON AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 967 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 | 80.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.