Upperton Road is in Eastbourne and in Eastbourne district. BN21 1LT 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 Upperton Road, Eastbourne, BN21 1LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN21 1QB, BN21 1LU, BN21 1LS, BN21 1LR, BN21 1QA, BN21 1TH, BN21 1LW, BN21 1LP, BN21 1PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN21 1LT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 50.6% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.4% | 49.4% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BN21 1LT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.7% 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 | 35.1% | 49.7% | 14.6% | 37.9% | 11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 26.3% | -12.4% | 44.2% | -17.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 14.4% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 6.6% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 32.8% | 34.4% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -14.0% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 46.7% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 13.1% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 12.8% | -6.9% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.9% | 12.6% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 9% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 13.2% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 17.4% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 35.3% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 8.9% | 6.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 3.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 87.8% | -9.5% | 81.4% | 6.4% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 82.6% 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 | 86.3% | 82.6% | -3.7% | 83.2% | -0.6% |
| European Union | 8.2% | 10.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 0.6% | -3.2% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 4.5% | 4.0% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 81.7% | -4.6% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 12.8% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 1.7% | -2.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 2.2% | -3.3% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upperton Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Old Town average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Upperton Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2016-06-17 | £579,694 |
BN21 1LT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motcombe Infants' School Macmillan Drive , BN21 1SN | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Junior School Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | - not rated | 1,018 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School 3 Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | 3out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School 3 Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pashley Down Infant School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NX | 3out of 4 | 1,268 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 | 769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | - not rated | 1,973 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | 3out of 4 | 1,973 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | - not rated | 3,196 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Technology College Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | - not rated | 3,264 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 | 1,685 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sussex Downs College Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne College of Arts and Technology Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park College Eastbourne King's Drive , BN21 2UN | - not rated | 1,742 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 | 742 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish School Eldon Road , BN21 1UE | - not rated | 769 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 | 733 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The South Downs Community Special School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NU | - not rated | 1,127 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The South Downs School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NU | 4out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anderida Therapeutic Learning Centre 145 Ashford Road , BN21 3UA | - not rated | 1,751 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Eastbourne College Headmaster's House , Old Wish Road BN21 4JX | - not rated | 1,850 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Aroma | 54 Ocklynge Road, Eastbourne | 148 yd | |
| Cafe Old Town | 3 Star Road, Eastbourne | 238 yd | |
| Spice Garden | 6 Church Street, Eastbourne | 392 yd | |
| MAMA V | 35 The Goffs, Eastbourne | 433 yd | |
| The Old Town Cafe @ The JPK Sussex Project | 39 Church Street, Eastbourne | 466 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | 22 Crown Street, Eastbourne | 172 yd | |
| Star Inn | Star Road, Eastbourne | 238 yd | |
| The Rainbow | Star Road, Eastbourne | 308 yd | |
| Lamb Inn | 36 High Street, Eastbourne | 327 yd | |
| Prince Albert Public House | 9 High Street, Eastbourne | 405 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Stop | 1 High Street, Eastbourne | 405 yd | |
| Urban Jade Oriental | 53 Green Street, Eastbourne | 520 yd | |
| Curry Master | 107 Green Street, Eastbourne | 593 yd | |
| Oven Kebab House | 84a Green Street, Eastbourne | 638 yd | |
| Priti Indian | 143 Green Street, Eastbourne | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 4 High Street, Eastbourne | 328 yd | |
| Co-op | Green Street, Eastbourne | 822 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 153 Victoria Drive, Eastbourne | 924 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 18 Framfield Way, Eastbourne | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Motcombe Pool MOTCOMBE ROAD | swimming pool | 226 yd |
| Gildredge House COMPTON PLACE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 733 yd |
| Cavendish School ELDON ROAD | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| Tennis In The Park Dittons Road | tennis courts | 778 yd |
| Temple Grove BEECHWOOD CRESCENT | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Cavendish Sports Centre ELDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 847 yd |
| Beresford SUMMERDOWN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Royal Eastbourne Golf Club PARADISE DRIVE | golf | 976 yd |
| Old Town Recreation Ground BODMIN CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,010 yd |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School TUTTS BARN LANE | grass pitches | 1,018 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.