Barcombe Walk is in Eastbourne and in Eastbourne district. BN20 8HT is located in the Old Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barcombe Walk, Eastbourne, BN20 8HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN20 8HU, BN20 8HZ, BN20 8LX, BN20 8NB, BN20 8LY, BN20 8EL, BN20 8HY, BN20 8HR, BN20 8NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN20 8HT has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.6% of the population 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 | 48.5% | 57.6% | 9.1% | 51.0% | 6.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 42.4% | -9.1% | 49.0% | -6.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.8% | 25.9% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 43.3% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 12.6% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 4% | 14.6% | 10.6% | 6.1% | 8.5% |
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 | 42.5% | 41.8% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 33.9% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 16.4% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 6.9% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 25.9% | 19.8% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 9.5% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 12.8% | -7.3% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 10.7% | 9.4% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 9.5% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 33.3% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.5% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 95.1% | 90.1% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 8.7% |
In this area, 81.9% 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 | 92.5% | 81.9% | -10.6% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 7.9% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 5.6% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 81.9% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.2% | 10.2% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 3% | -4.1% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 19.9% | 6.0% | 13.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barcombe Walk was 9.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.7% lower than the Meads average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Barcombe Walk has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Meads and the 13th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in Eastbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Barcombe Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £337,000 | 2023-11-21 | £325,742 |
| 18 Barcombe Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-11-19 | £248,018 |
| 21 Barcombe Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £243,000 | 2018-04-18 | £305,282 |
| 20 Barcombe Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2016-09-01 | £336,542 |
| 10 Barcombe Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2012-11-02 | £380,440 |
BN20 8HT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 BN20 8HT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pashley Down Infant School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NX | 3out of 4 | 604 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Motcombe Infants' School Macmillan Drive , BN21 1SN | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocklynge Junior School Victoria Drive , BN20 8XN | 1out of 4 | 1,613 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School 3 Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | 3out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Meads Church of England Primary School Rowsley Road , BN20 7XS | - not rated | 2,439 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | 3out of 4 | 2,261 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | 3out of 4 | 3,703 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willingdon Community School Broad Road , Lower Willingdon BN20 9QX | 3out of 4 | 4,827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Turing School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | - not rated | 5,080 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Sussex College Group Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cavendish School Eldon Road , BN21 1UE | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gildredge House Compton Place Road , BN20 8AB | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The South Downs School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NU | 4out of 4 | 566 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne College Headmaster's House , Old Wish Road BN21 4JX | - not rated | 2,327 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Prep Meads , BN20 7RP | - not rated | 2,468 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bede's Prep School Duke's Drive , BN20 7XL | - not rated | 2,732 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anderida Learning Centre Neville Mews , BN22 8HR | - not rated | 2,905 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Street Kitchen | 51a Bradford Street, Eastbourne | 393 yd | |
| The Two Bulls Steakhouse | 42 Church Street, Eastbourne | 478 yd | |
| EL CHANGARRO | 42 Church Street, Eastbourne | 478 yd | |
| Picasso Express | 42 Church Street, Eastbourne | 478 yd | |
| Cafe Corro | 149 Green Street, Eastbourne | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamb Inn | 36 High Street, Eastbourne | 876 yd | |
| The Crown | 22 Crown Street, Eastbourne | 942 yd | |
| Star Inn | Star Road, Eastbourne | 957 yd | |
| Prince Albert Public House | 9 High Street, Eastbourne | 995 yd | |
| The Rainbow | Star Road, Eastbourne | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Jade Oriental | 53 Green Street, Eastbourne | 432 yd | |
| Curry Master | 107 Green Street, Eastbourne | 507 yd | |
| Oven Kebab House | 84a Green Street, Eastbourne | 565 yd | |
| Priti Indian | 143 Green Street, Eastbourne | 594 yd | |
| Pizza Stop | 1 High Street, Eastbourne | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Green Street, Eastbourne | 662 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 153 Victoria Drive, Eastbourne | 699 yd | |
| Waitrose | 4 High Street, Eastbourne | 929 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Old Town Recreation Ground BODMIN CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 108 yd |
| Motcombe Pool MOTCOMBE ROAD | swimming pool | 724 yd |
| Summerdown PARADISE CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 825 yd |
| Beresford SUMMERDOWN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Gildredge House COMPTON PLACE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 909 yd |
| Temple Grove BEECHWOOD CRESCENT | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Eastbourne Downs Golf Club EAST DEAN ROAD | golf | 1,018 yd |
| Royal Eastbourne Golf Club PARADISE DRIVE | golf | 1,046 yd |
| Cavendish School ELDON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,075 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 | 42.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.