Clayton Road is in Brighton and in Brighton district. BN2 9ZP is located in the Hanover & Elm Grove electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brighton, Pavilion. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clayton Road, Brighton, BN2 9ZP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN2 9ZN, BN2 9YN, BN2 9AE, BN2 9AF, BN2 9YP, BN2 9YJ, BN2 9ZL, BN2 3DA, BN2 2XL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN2 9ZP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 50.3% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46.3% | 49.7% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 9ZP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.1% 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 | 48.9% | 54.1% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 28.8% | -6.2% | 44.2% | -15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 1.3% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 9.9% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 45.8% | 46.6% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 30.1% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 12% | 14.8% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 6.7% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 35.7% | 20.3% | -15.4% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.3% | 13.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 13.9% | 4.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 15.5% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.9% | 32.4% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.6% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.3% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 1.1% | 2.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 5.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 2.9% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| White | 86% | 78.4% | -7.6% | 81.4% | -3.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0.2% | -1.3% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 82.4% 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 | 92.4% | 82.4% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 6% | 4.5% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 82.7% | -9.7% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 11.6% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 25.1% | 46.2% | -21.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 8.6% | 6.5% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clayton Road was 103.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.1% higher than the Hanover & Elm Grove average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clayton Road has the 31st highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Hanover & Elm Grove and the 262nd highest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Clayton Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2025-06-03 | £355,838 |
| 37 Clayton Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £432,000 | 2024-04-22 | £459,444 |
| 1 Clayton Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-06-16 | £385,317 |
| 32 Clayton Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £417,500 | 2021-06-22 | £479,187 |
| 12 Clayton Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-11-11 | £387,209 |
The percentage of student residents living in BN2 9ZP 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 | 105 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Other | 18 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 1,062 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Grove Primary School Elm Grove , BN2 3ES | 3out of 4 | 193 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Primary School Queens Park Rise , BN2 9ZF | 4out of 4 | 457 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairlight Primary School St Leonard's Road , BN2 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 685 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's CofE Primary School Hartington Road , BN2 3LJ | 3out of 4 | 697 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| City Academy Whitehawk Whitehawk Road , Whitehawk BN2 5FL | 3out of 4 | 992 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varndean School Balfour Road , BN1 6NP | 3out of 4 | 2,749 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road , BN1 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,887 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 3,043 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Aldridge Community Academy Lewes Road , BN1 9PW | 3out of 4 | 3,827 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longhill High School Falmer Road , Rottingdean BN2 7FR | 3out of 4 | 4,244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College 205 Dyke Road , BN3 6EG | - not rated | 2,474 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 3,146 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children Walpole Road , BN2 0LS | 3out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Brighton 27-33 Ditchling Road , BN1 4SB | - not rated | 1,177 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. John's College (Brighton) 17 Walpole Road , BN2 0AF | - not rated | 1,187 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton College Eastern Road , BN2 0AL | - not rated | 1,239 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School Walpole Lodge , 2 Walpole Road BN2 0EU | - not rated | 1,255 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arena Racing Company | Brighton Racecourse, Race Hill | 392 yd | |
| Flour Pot Bakery | 124 Elm Grove, Brighton | 430 yd | |
| Moyos Burgers | 175 Queens Park Road, Brighton | 509 yd | |
| Smoque Burger | 76 Islingword Road, Brighton | 601 yd | |
| Elm Grove Cafe | 89 Elm Grove, Brighton | 677 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox On The Downs | 291 Elm Grove, Brighton | 362 yd | |
| Hartington Pub | 41 Whippingham Road, Brighton | 472 yd | |
| The Islingword (Wet Sales) | 175 Queens Park Road, Brighton | 509 yd | |
| Cobden Arms | 45-46 Cobden Road, Brighton | 557 yd | |
| The Constant Service | 96 Islingword Road, Brighton | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sure Fry | 263 Queens Park Road, Brighton | 304 yd | |
| Pizza Me | The Kiosk, Elm Grove | 711 yd | |
| Mumbai Express | 17 Sutherland Road, Brighton | 771 yd | |
| Yummie Grill And Pizza | 3 Islingword Road, Brighton | 799 yd | |
| China Star | 45 Southover Street, Brighton | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 58 - 62 Lewes Road, Brighton | 887 yd | |
| Mulberrys | 29 Whitehawk Way, Brighton | 1,040 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet @ Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 93 Lewes Road | 1,045 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 93 Lewes Road, Brighton | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Lukes Swimming Pool ST. LUKES TERRACE | swimming pool | 468 yd |
| The Crew Club COOLHAM DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 689 yd |
| Queens Park EAST DRIVE | tennis courts | 690 yd |
| St John The Baptist Rc School Whitehawk Hill Road | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Hamilton Lodge School For Deaf Children 7-9 7-9 WALPOLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,076 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 | 88.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.1% |
| 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 | 54.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.