King Edwards Parade is in Eastbourne and in Eastbourne district. BN21 4DS is located in the Meads electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 4DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN21 4BX, BN21 4BT, BN21 4DB, BN21 4DG, BN21 4BU, BN21 4DX, BN21 4AP, BN21 4BL, BN21 4BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN21 4DS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 53.3% | 53.1% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 46.7% | 46.9% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 32.2% | 24.5% | -7.7% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 40.5% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 14.4% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 18.3% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 12.2% |
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 | 41% | 30.8% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -17.6% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 40.3% | 8.2% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 19% | 23.3% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 10.6% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.4% | 19.2% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 8.8% | 0.8% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.3% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 13.6% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 36% | 10.7% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 9.6% | 4.2% | -5.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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 | 4% | 0.6% | -3.4% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.1% | 93.4% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 78.9% 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 | 81.7% | 78.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | -4.3% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 9.8% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.2% | 4.1% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.8% | 78.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | -5.1% |
| 10+ Years | 5.7% | 13.4% | 7.7% | 9.8% | 3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.6% | 2.2% | -7.4% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27% | 37.2% | -10.2% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King Edwards Parade was 326.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.2% higher than the Meads average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
King Edwards Parade has the 8th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Meads and the 30th highest crime rate of 328 local areas in Eastbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 31.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oban Hotel King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex Other, an established residential building | £1,290,000 | 2022-05-30 | £1,145,904 |
| Oban Hotel King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2002-08-31 | £1,205,719 |
BN21 4DS 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 4DS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 56% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 172 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bourne Primary School Melbourne Road , BN22 8BD | 2out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School 3 Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | 3out of 4 | 2,045 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School 3 Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | - not rated | 2,045 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas A Becket Catholic Junior School Tutts Barn Lane , BN22 8XT | - not rated | 2,119 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselands Infants' School Woodgate Road , BN22 8PD | - not rated | 2,185 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 | 2,928 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | - not rated | 4,027 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | 3out of 4 | 4,027 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | - not rated | 4,956 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Technology College Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | - not rated | 5,002 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 | 3,393 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sussex Downs College Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 3,394 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne College of Arts and Technology Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 3,394 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park College Eastbourne King's Drive , BN21 2UN | - not rated | 3,606 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 | 1,560 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish School Eldon Road , BN21 1UE | - not rated | 2,928 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne College Headmaster's House , Old Wish Road BN21 4JX | - not rated | 475 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmsford Hall School Chelmsford Hall , Carlisle Road BN20 7EL | - not rated | 792 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Anderida Therapeutic Learning Centre 145 Ashford Road , BN21 3UA | - not rated | 1,180 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Anderida Learning Centre Neville Mews , BN22 8HR | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roedean Moira House Upper Carlisle Road , BN20 7TE | - not rated | 1,734 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Deli | 9 Carlisle Road, Eastbourne | 36 yd | |
| Holiday Inn Fish Restaurant | 7 Carlisle Road, Eastbourne | 44 yd | |
| Rosetto | 17 Carlisle Road, Eastbourne | 44 yd | |
| Sabaidee Thai Restaurant | 11 Carlisle Road, Eastbourne | 44 yd | |
| Little Italy | 3-5 Carlisle Road, Eastbourne | 44 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stage Door | 10 Compton Street, Eastbourne | 111 yd | |
| Carlton Court Bar | 10 Wilmington Square, Eastbourne | 153 yd | |
| B1 | 114 South Street, Eastbourne | 491 yd | |
| The Eagle | 57 South Street, Eastbourne | 630 yd | |
| Wetherspoon Plc | 21-23 Cornfield Road, Eastbourne | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry King | 6 South Street, Eastbourne | 706 yd | |
| Alibaba | 33 Seaside Road, Eastbourne | 731 yd | |
| Taco Bell | 143-145 Terminus Road, Eastbourne | 771 yd | |
| Burger King | 79 Terminus Road, Eastbourne | 773 yd | |
| Pizza 2 Night | 12 Susans Road, Eastbourne | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | 25-29 Cornfield Road, Eastbourne | 632 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 133-137 Terminus Road, Eastbourne | 757 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 83-85 Terminus Road, Eastbourne | 770 yd | |
| Tesco | 68 Grove Road, Eastbourne | 792 yd | |
| Dem Food Centre | 58 Grove Road, Eastbourne | 807 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Hotel Health Club KING EDWARDS PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 333 yd |
| Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club Devonshire Park Devonshire Park College Road | tennis courts | 344 yd |
| Eastbourne College MARLBOROUGH HOUSE MARLBOROUGH HOUSE OLD WISH ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 476 yd |
| City Gym Express FURNESS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 578 yd |
| Eastbourne Saffron Sports Club COMPTON PLACE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 945 yd |
| Asterix Fitness Centre (Closed) SEASIDE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 962 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.