The Goffs is in Eastbourne and in Eastbourne district. BN21 1HE is located in the Upperton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Goffs, Eastbourne, BN21 1HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN21 1NE, BN21 1NF, BN21 1JY, BN21 1NJ, BN21 1JU, BN21 1JZ, BN21 1HF, BN21 1ND, BN21 1LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN21 1HE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 52.9% | 52.5% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 47.5% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 34.3% | 35.9% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 45.2% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 8.5% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 8.5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 46% | 43.4% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 35.9% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 13.2% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 7.2% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 14.3% | 17.1% | 2.8% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 7.1% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 14.9% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 13.2% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 40.9% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 7.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.7% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 84.2% 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 | 89.5% | 84.2% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| European Union | 4% | 8.6% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88% | 84.7% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 9.3% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 1% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Goffs was 120.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.8% higher than the Old Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Goffs has the 9th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Old Town and the 81st highest crime rate of 328 local areas in Eastbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 60 The Goffs, Eastbourne, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-08-30 | £177,369 |
| Ground Floor Flat 60 The Goffs, Eastbourne, East Sussex Other, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2023-10-27 | £40,578 |
| 56 The Goffs, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £720,000 | 2023-08-18 | £661,983 |
| Flat 1 60 The Goffs, Eastbourne, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-08-18 | £274,843 |
| Flat 4 58 The Goffs, Eastbourne, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-01-28 | £164,262 |
BN21 1HE 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 BN21 1HE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motcombe Infants' School Macmillan Drive , BN21 1SN | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School 3 Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School 3 Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | - not rated | 1,014 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Junior School Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | - not rated | 1,034 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pashley Down Infant School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NX | 3out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,218 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | - not rated | 2,398 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | 3out of 4 | 2,398 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | - not rated | 3,551 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Technology College Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | - not rated | 3,614 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,997 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sussex Downs College Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne College of Arts and Technology Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park College Eastbourne King's Drive , BN21 2UN | - not rated | 2,107 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gildredge House Compton Place Road , BN20 8AB | - not rated | 381 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish School Eldon Road , BN21 1UE | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beresford House School Summerdown Road , BN20 8DS | - not rated | 777 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eastbourne College Headmaster's House , Old Wish Road BN21 4JX | - not rated | 1,403 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anderida Therapeutic Learning Centre 145 Ashford Road , BN21 3UA | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Chelmsford Hall School Chelmsford Hall , Carlisle Road BN20 7EL | - not rated | 1,436 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The South Downs Community Special School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NU | - not rated | 1,494 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAMA V | 35 The Goffs, Eastbourne | 97 yd | |
| The Tennis Cafe | The Goffs, Eastbourne | 212 yd | |
| Cafe Old Town | 3 Star Road, Eastbourne | 233 yd | |
| Gildredge Park Bowling Club | The Goffs, Eastbourne | 284 yd | |
| Cafe Aroma | 54 Ocklynge Road, Eastbourne | 324 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Albert Public House | 9 High Street, Eastbourne | 139 yd | |
| The Rainbow | Star Road, Eastbourne | 144 yd | |
| Star Inn | Star Road, Eastbourne | 233 yd | |
| Lamb Inn | 36 High Street, Eastbourne | 260 yd | |
| The Crown | 22 Crown Street, Eastbourne | 293 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Stop | 1 High Street, Eastbourne | 139 yd | |
| The Food Cabin | Old Orchard Road, Eastbourne | 757 yd | |
| Avenue Snacks | The Avenue, Eastbourne | 769 yd | |
| Urban Jade Oriental | 53 Green Street, Eastbourne | 779 yd | |
| Kebab Kingdom | 13 Station Parade, Eastbourne | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 4 High Street, Eastbourne | 209 yd | |
| Dem Food Centre | 58 Grove Road, Eastbourne | 907 yd | |
| Tesco | 68 Grove Road, Eastbourne | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tennis In The Park Dittons Road | tennis courts | 329 yd |
| Gildredge House COMPTON PLACE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 471 yd |
| Temple Grove BEECHWOOD CRESCENT | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Motcombe Pool MOTCOMBE ROAD | swimming pool | 527 yd |
| Beresford SUMMERDOWN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 669 yd |
| Royal Eastbourne Golf Club PARADISE DRIVE | golf | 670 yd |
| Eastbourne Saffron Sports Club COMPTON PLACE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 786 yd |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School TUTTS BARN LANE | grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
| Summerdown PARADISE CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,079 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 | 49.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.