Marden Close is in Brighton and in Brighton And Hove district. BN2 6NJ is located in the Woodingdean electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brighton, Kemptown. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marden Close, Brighton, BN2 6NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN2 6NN, BN2 6QA, BN2 6NH, BN2 6NP, BN2 6NL, BN2 6PG, BN2 6NQ, BN2 6NG, BN2 6PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN2 6NJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 50.9% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.1% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 6NJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% 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 | 41.3% | 43.8% | 2.5% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 40.4% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 7.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 42.7% | 40.4% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 32.9% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 17.6% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 7.8% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 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.
In the area around BN2 6NJ this area, 30.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 30.6% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 13.9% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 11.2% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 7.1% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 11.9% | -2.0% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 23.1% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.2% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.3% | 88.2% | -8.1% | 81.4% | 6.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.2% | 93.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 93.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marden Close was 86.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.2% higher than the Woodingdean average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Marden Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Woodingdean and the 314th highest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Marden Close, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £302,000 | 2025-06-25 | £311,487 |
| 11 Marden Close, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-12-06 | £396,085 |
| 8 Marden Close, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-08-09 | £348,019 |
| 16 Marden Close, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2024-03-14 | £391,761 |
| 13 Marden Close, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2023-11-29 | £349,716 |
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 4,830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 4,996 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodingdean Primary School Warren Road , Woodingdean BN2 6BB | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery Chalkland Rise , Woodingdean BN2 6RH | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bevendean Primary School and Nursery Heath Hill Avenue , Lower Bevendean BN2 4JP | 3out of 4 | 2,215 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulsecoomb Primary School The Highway , Moulsecoomb BN2 4PA | - not rated | 3,248 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulsecoomb Primary School The Highway , Moulsecoomb BN2 4PA | 1out of 4 | 3,248 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longhill High School Falmer Road , Rottingdean BN2 7FR | 3out of 4 | 2,613 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Aldridge Community Academy Lewes Road , BN1 9PW | 3out of 4 | 2,781 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean School Balfour Road , BN1 6NP | 3out of 4 | 5,249 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downs View Special School Warren Road , Woodingdean BN2 6BB | 4out of 4 | 944 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sussex Sussex House , Falmer BN1 9RH | - not rated | 3,185 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roedean School Roedean Way , BN2 5RQ | - not rated | 3,579 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| University of Brighton Mithras House , Lewes Road BN2 4AT | - not rated | 3,740 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Waldorf School Roedean Road , Brighton BN2 5RA | - not rated | 3,869 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Of India | 10 Warren Way, Brighton | 474 yd | |
| Java Cafe | 23 Warren Way, Brighton | 481 yd | |
| Uncle Sams | 102 Warren Road, Woodingdean | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodingdean Fish Bar | 6 Warren Way, Brighton | 474 yd | |
| Piazza | 542 Falmer Road, Brighton | 627 yd | |
| Circa Deli | 20 Warren Road, Brighton | 831 yd | |
| Mings | 66-68 Warren Road, Brighton | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 9 Warren Way, Brighton | 474 yd | |
| Tesco | 10-18 Warren Road, Brighton | 831 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodingdean Primary School WARREN ROAD | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Downs View Special School WARREN ROAD | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Rudyard Kipling Primary School CHALKLAND RISE | grass pitches | 1,044 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.