Meadow Parade is in Rottingdean, Brighton and in Brighton And Hove district. BN2 7FA is located in the Rottingdean & West Saltdean electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brighton, Kemptown. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Parade, Rottingdean, Brighton, BN2 7FA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN2 7FT, BN2 7FJ, BN2 7FD, BN2 7FB, BN2 7EG, BN2 7DA, BN2 7FL, BN2 7FH, BN2 7FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN2 7FA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 52.4% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 45.6% | 47.6% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BN2 7FA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.4% | 25.6% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 51.8% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 6.7% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 12.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.2% | 48.3% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 34.5% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 14.7% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 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.
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 51.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 12.5% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 8.3% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 10.6% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 10.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 51.9% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 18.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.6% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.3% | 95.5% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.8% 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% | 89.8% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 5.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.8% | 89.8% | 4.0% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 8.2% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.8% | 0.6% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Parade was 48.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.9% higher than the Rottingdean & West Saltdean average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Meadow Parade has the 11th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Rottingdean & West Saltdean and the 316th lowest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 1.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1B Meadow Parade, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-09-26 | £180,000 |
| 1C Meadow Parade, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2021-02-19 | £265,833 |
| 1 Meadow Parade, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2019-08-09 | £321,254 |
| 6 Meadow Parade, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2016-05-25 | £523,194 |
| 1A Meadow Parade, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2014-06-02 | £181,250 |
BN2 7FA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 retired residents living in BN2 7FA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 138 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 5,043 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 5,325 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Lourdes RC School The Green , Rottingdean BN2 7HA | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean Whiteway Lane , Rottingdean BN2 7HB | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltdean Primary School Chiltington Way , Saltdean BN2 8HB | 3out of 4 | 1,923 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery Chalkland Rise , Woodingdean BN2 6RH | 3out of 4 | 2,334 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodingdean Primary School Warren Road , Woodingdean BN2 6BB | 3out of 4 | 2,876 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 801 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roedean School Roedean Way , BN2 5RQ | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Downs View Special School Warren Road , Woodingdean BN2 6BB | 4out of 4 | 2,934 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Waldorf School Roedean Road , Brighton BN2 5RA | - not rated | 3,279 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. John's College (Brighton) 17 Walpole Road , BN2 0AF | - not rated | 4,259 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children Walpole Road , BN2 0LS | 3out of 4 | 4,376 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Tea Garden | The Green, Rottingdean | 767 yd | |
| Longhill High School | Falmer Road, Rottingdean | 801 yd | |
| The Plough Kitchen | The Plough Inn, Vicarage Lane | 873 yd | |
| Open Art Cafe | 6 Nevill Road, Rottingdean | 900 yd | |
| Ground Rottingdean | 100 High Street, Rottingdean | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough Inn | Vicarage Lane, Rottingdean | 873 yd | |
| Ye Olde Black Horse | 65 High Street, Rottingdean | 973 yd | |
| The Olde Place | 89 High Street, Rottingdean | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Li's Sizzling House | 14 Nevill Road, Rottingdean | 900 yd | |
| The Windmill | 61 High Street, Rottingdean | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rottingdean Football FALMER ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 320 yd |
| Longhill Sports Centre LONGHILL SCHOOL LONGHILL SCHOOL FALMER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 722 yd |
| St Margaret'S C Of E Primary School WHITEWAY LANE | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| St Aubyns School (Closed) High Street | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,009 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 | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| 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 | 116.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.