Flimwell Close is in Eastbourne and in Eastbourne district. BN23 8JL is located in the Langney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Flimwell Close, Eastbourne, BN23 8JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN23 8JJ, BN23 8JB, BN23 8JP, BN23 8JD, BN23 8JR, BN23 8JQ, BN23 8JZ, BN23 8HQ, BN23 8JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN23 8JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 42.4% | 39.4% | -3.0% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.5% | 37.5% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 16.3% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 | 51.9% | 34% | -17.9% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 39.9% | 9.4% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 15.7% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 7.7% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 21.1% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.7% | 14.2% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 18.8% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.4% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 21.8% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 18.8% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 94.1% | 93.2% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 93.5% | 92.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 92.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.8% | 37.2% | 25.6% |
| Christian | 30.2% | 46.2% | -16.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Flimwell Close was 153.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.3% higher than the Langney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Flimwell Close has the 4th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Langney and the 61st highest crime rate of 328 local areas in Eastbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Flimwell Close, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2009-12-10 | £332,934 |
| 11 Flimwell Close, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,850 | 2007-09-21 | £338,997 |
| 11 Flimwell Close, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2006-12-21 | £286,238 |
| 12 Flimwell Close, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2005-11-25 | £271,692 |
| 12 Flimwell Close, Eastbourne, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,900 | 2002-10-14 | £142,881 |
BN23 8JL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 46 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Cross School Adur Drive , Stone Cross BN24 5EF | 3out of 4 | 434 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shinewater Primary School Milfoil Drive , Langney BN23 8ED | 3out of 4 | 716 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heron Park Primary Academy Dallington Road , Hampden Park BN22 9EE | 2out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Primary Academy Magnolia Drive , BN22 0SS | 3out of 4 | 1,830 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hankham Primary School Hankham Road , Hankham BN24 5AY | 3out of 4 | 1,862 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Turing School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | - not rated | 685 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,942 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's College Priory Road , BN23 7BL | 3out of 4 | 2,887 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | 3out of 4 | 3,392 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willingdon Community School Broad Road , Lower Willingdon BN20 9QX | 3out of 4 | 3,562 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,124 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 | 4,433 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gildredge House Compton Place Road , BN20 8AB | 3out of 4 | 5,444 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Court School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 435 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| College Central 124 Brodrick Road , BN22 9RB | 3out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lindfield School Lindfield Road , Hampden Park BN22 0BQ | 4out of 4 | 2,043 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anderida Learning Centre Neville Mews , BN22 8HR | - not rated | 4,555 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The South Downs School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NU | 4out of 4 | 5,072 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | Red Lion Lion Hill | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Chinese Take-Away | 5 Mimram Road | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 2 Mimram Road | 596 yd | |
| The Co-op Welcome | 95 Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne | 992 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stone Cross School ADUR DRIVE | grass pitches | 443 yd |
| The Causeway School LARKSPUR DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 579 yd |
| Shinewater Sports & Community Centre MILFOIL DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 630 yd |
| Shinewater Lane SHINEWATER LANE | grass pitches | 845 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 | 71.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.