Combe Rise is in Eastbourne and in Wealden district. BN20 9LG is located in the Upper Willingdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Combe Rise, Eastbourne, BN20 9LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN20 9LR, BN20 9LP, BN20 9LE, BN20 9LS, BN20 9LH, BN20 9LD, BN20 9LN, BN20 9NP, BN20 9SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN20 9LG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.3% 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 | 60.3% | 57.3% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 6.3% |
| Male | 39.7% | 42.7% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -6.3% |
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 | 23.5% | 23.6% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 44.3% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12% | 13.2% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 17% | 16.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 10.4% |
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 | 32.5% | 35.8% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -12.6% |
| Good health | 43.5% | 43.1% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 9.5% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 14.7% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 31.5% | 21.7% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 16.5% | 8.0% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 16% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.2% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 14.2% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 23.6% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.8% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 96.1% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 94.7% | 90.5% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 6.5% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 90.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 9.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Combe Rise was 17.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.9% lower than the Lower Willingdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Combe Rise has the 8th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Lower Willingdon and the 118th lowest crime rate of 494 local areas in Wealden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Combe Rise, Eastbourne, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-09-25 | £436,097 |
| 1 Combe Rise, Eastbourne, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2024-10-09 | £644,194 |
| 4 Combe Rise, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2024-04-05 | £345,184 |
| 20 Combe Rise, Eastbourne, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £746,500 | 2024-03-21 | £743,340 |
| 20 Combe Rise, Eastbourne, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £561,900 | 2020-09-11 | £624,998 |
BN20 9LG 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 retired residents living in BN20 9LG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willingdon Primary School Rapsons Road , Willingdon BN20 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Magnolia Drive , BN22 0SS | - not rated | 1,436 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Primary Academy Magnolia Drive , BN22 0SS | 3out of 4 | 1,436 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkland Junior School Brassey Avenue , BN22 9QJ | - not rated | 1,811 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkland Infant School Brassey Avenue , BN22 9QJ | - not rated | 1,811 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willingdon Community School Broad Road , Lower Willingdon BN20 9QX | 3out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Technology College Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | 3out of 4 | 1,818 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Park College Eastbourne King's Drive , BN21 2UN | - not rated | 2,304 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sussex Downs College Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne College of Arts and Technology Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Sussex College Group Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 2,602 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 | - not rated | 3,044 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gildredge House Compton Place Road , BN20 8AB | - not rated | 4,508 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lindfield School Lindfield Road , Hampden Park BN22 0BQ | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lindfield School Lindfield Road , Hampden Park BN22 0BQ | 4out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Tutorial Unit 9 Park Lane , BN21 2UU | - not rated | 1,665 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| College Central 124 Brodrick Road , BN22 9RB | - not rated | 2,147 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerdown School 3 Broadwater Way , BN22 9PZ | - not rated | 2,559 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Willingdon | 5, Freshwater Square Anderida Road | 451 yd | |
| Thai Village Restaurant | 29C Church Street | 648 yd | |
| The Pantry Coffee House Ltd | 29A Church Street | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The British Queen | British Queen The Triangle | 381 yd | |
| The Seven Sisters | The Seven Sisters Seven Sisters Road | 424 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Inn | Wheatsheaf Inn, 2 Church Street | 630 yd | |
| Red Lion Public House | 99 Wish Hill, Eastbourne | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Garden | 2, Freshwater Square Anderida Road | 451 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 3, Freshwater Square Anderida Road | 451 yd | |
| Trawlers | 6, Freshwater Square Anderida Road | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 11 - 15, Freshwater Square Anderida Road | 476 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Huggetts Lane Recreation Ground HUGGETTS LANE | grass pitches | 165 yd |
| Willingdon Primary School RAPSONS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 725 yd |
| Willingdon Community School BROAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,059 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 | 43 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.