Willow Walk is in Eastbourne and in Eastbourne district. BN22 0SD is located in the Ratton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willow Walk, Eastbourne, BN22 0SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN22 0SB, BN22 0SA, BN22 0SE, BN22 0SF, BN22 0DL, BN22 0TW, BN22 0SG, BN22 0TL, BN22 0DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN22 0SD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.3% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 21.6% | 23% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 45.1% | -10.8% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 13.6% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 16.4% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 10.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.6% | 36.6% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 34.1% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 23.9% | 20.7% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 34.4% | 21.7% | -12.7% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 12.7% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 11.3% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.6% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15.1% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 27.8% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.5% | 94% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 88.9% | 85.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 4.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.9% | 86.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.3% | 11.3% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 0% | -7.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Walk was 78.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.7% lower than the Hampden Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willow Walk has the 25th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Hampden Park and the 133rd highest crime rate of 328 local areas in Eastbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Willow Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-02-17 | £250,560 |
| 2 Willow Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2021-06-30 | £297,854 |
| 7 Willow Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2020-02-12 | £320,849 |
| 2 Willow Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,500 | 2019-11-18 | £235,505 |
| 11 Willow Walk, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2019-03-22 | £271,055 |
BN22 0SD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BN22 0SD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Primary Academy Magnolia Drive , BN22 0SS | 3out of 4 | 415 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkland Infant School Brassey Avenue , BN22 9QJ | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkland Junior School Brassey Avenue , BN22 9QJ | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willingdon Primary School Rapsons Road , Willingdon BN20 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heron Park Primary Academy Dallington Road , Hampden Park BN22 9EE | 2out of 4 | 1,705 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | 3out of 4 | 1,536 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willingdon Community School Broad Road , Lower Willingdon BN20 9QX | 3out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Turing School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | - not rated | 2,243 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's College Priory Road , BN23 7BL | 3out of 4 | 4,285 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,943 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 | 2,816 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gildredge House Compton Place Road , BN20 8AB | 3out of 4 | 4,174 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 | 4out of 4 | 492 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| College Central 124 Brodrick Road , BN22 9RB | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Court School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,539 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The South Downs School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NU | 4out of 4 | 3,276 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anderida Learning Centre Neville Mews , BN22 8HR | - not rated | 4,104 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miha's Cafe | 20 The Broadway, Eastbourne | 484 yd | |
| Thai Village Restaurant | 29C Church Street | 922 yd | |
| The Pantry Coffee House Ltd | 29A Church Street | 922 yd | |
| Cafe Willingdon | 5, Freshwater Square Anderida Road | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seven Sisters | The Seven Sisters Seven Sisters Road | 965 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Inn | Wheatsheaf Inn, 2 Church Street | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Chans | 14 The Broadway, Eastbourne | 479 yd | |
| New China | 22 The Broadway, Eastbourne | 479 yd | |
| Broadway Chippy | 24 The Broadway, Eastbourne | 479 yd | |
| Broadway Kebab House | 8 The Broadway, Eastbourne | 479 yd | |
| China Garden | 2, Freshwater Square Anderida Road | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | 28a Lindfield Road, Eastbourne | 434 yd | |
| Tesco | 11 - 15, Freshwater Square Anderida Road | 914 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Primary Academy OAKWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL OAKWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL MAGNOLIA DRIVE | grass pitches | 330 yd |
| The Lindfield School LINDFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 346 yd |
| Hampden Park Sports Centre BRODRICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 453 yd |
| The Eastbourne Academy BRODRICK ROAD | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Huggetts Lane Recreation Ground HUGGETTS LANE | grass pitches | 1,027 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.