Holland Road is in Hove and in Brighton And Hove district. BN3 1JS is located in the Goldsmid electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hove. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holland Road, Hove, BN3 1JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN3 1WD, BN3 1RQ, BN3 1WF, BN3 1LU, BN3 1RJ, BN3 1JR, BN3 1WE, BN3 1WG, BN3 1WQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN3 1JS 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 | 51.2% | 51.7% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.3% | -0.5% | 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.
In the immediate area around BN3 1JS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.1% 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 | 51.8% | 51.1% | -0.7% | 37.9% | 13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.9% | 32% | 2.1% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 11.2% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.4% | 50% | -2.4% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 32.9% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 8.7% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
In the area around BN3 1JS this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 53.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.6% | 8.8% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.2% | -0.7% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.4% | 7.4% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 14.8% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.5% | 53.7% | 0.2% | 33.8% | 19.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 86.3% | 79.6% | -6.7% | 81.4% | -1.8% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0.9% | 4.8% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
In this area, 69.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 69.3% | -11.7% | 83.2% | -13.9% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 11% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 4.8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.8% | 7.8% | 1.0% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.5% | 69.7% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 14.4% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 6.6% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.4% | 4.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.4% | 4.5% | -5.9% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 6.3% | 1.5% | 4.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.3% | 37.2% | 11.1% |
| Christian | 33% | 46.2% | -13.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 6.9% | 6.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holland Road was 118.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.8% higher than the Goldsmid average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Holland Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Goldsmid and the 232nd highest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123 Holland Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2021-02-09 | £809,182 |
| 117 Holland Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2014-11-07 | £925,708 |
| 121 Holland Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £499,950 | 2007-05-25 | £947,591 |
| 123 Holland Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2007-02-23 | £1,009,286 |
| 125 Holland Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2005-02-10 | £1,025,941 |
BN3 1JS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BN3 1JS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 2,505 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 2,793 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Primary School Somerhill Road , BN3 1RP | 3out of 4 | 340 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School The Upper Drive , BN3 6NB | 3out of 4 | 688 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School Belfast Street , BN3 3YT | 3out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford Infant School Highcroft Villas , BN1 5PS | 4out of 4 | 1,089 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford Junior School Stanford Road , BN1 5PR | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 723 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,249 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road , BN1 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean School Balfour Road , BN1 6NP | 3out of 4 | 2,951 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College 205 Dyke Road , BN3 6EG | - not rated | 848 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 2,811 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Montessori Place 45 Cromwell Road , BN3 3ER | - not rated | 197 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drive Preparatory School 101 The Drive , BN3 6GE | - not rated | 693 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Girls GDST Montpelier Road , Brighton BN1 3AT | - not rated | 839 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Windlesham School 190 Dyke Road , BRIGHTON BN1 5AA | - not rated | 946 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College Preparatory School At Hove The Droveway , BN3 6LU | - not rated | 1,215 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Garden Cafe | St Anns Well Gardens, Somerhill Road | 135 yd | |
| The Aviary Cafe | 48 Cromwell Road, Hove | 270 yd | |
| Harrisons Of Hove | 11 - 13 Montefiore Road, Hove | 400 yd | |
| One Bread Cafe | All Saints Church, Eaton Road | 507 yd | |
| T @ Hove | 52 Lansdowne Place, Hove | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palmeira | 70 - 71 Cromwell Road, Hove | 178 yd | |
| The Sussex Cricketer | 3A Eaton Road, Hove | 374 yd | |
| Pulse Catering At The Sussex Cricketer | 3A Eaton Road, Hove | 374 yd | |
| Cooper's Cask | 3 Farm Road, Hove | 504 yd | |
| The Farm Tavern | 13 Farm Road, Hove | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Merchant | 5 Montefiore Road, Hove | 400 yd | |
| Rojo's | 1A Montefiore Road, Hove | 400 yd | |
| Montefiore Fisheries | 23 Montefiore Road, Hove | 400 yd | |
| Health Rebels | 85 Western Road, Hove | 581 yd | |
| Grubbs | 62 Western Road, Hove | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 82 Western Road, Hove | 578 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 55 Western Road, Hove | 620 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 130 Western Road, Hove | 733 yd | |
| Tesco | 84 Denmark Villas, Hove | 821 yd | |
| Tesco | 239 Dyke Road, Hove | 923 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Ann'S Well Gardens Somerhill Road | tennis courts | 199 yd |
| Hove County Cricket Ground EATON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 288 yd |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School THE UPPER DRIVE | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Brighton And Hove High School BRIGHTON AND HOVE HIGH SCHOOL BRIGHTON AND HOVE HIGH SCHOOL MONTPELIER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 735 yd |
| Cottesmore St. Mary'S Rc Primary School THE UPPER DRIVE | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| Dyke Road Park TEA CHALET TEA CHALET DYKE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 759 yd |
| Brighton And Hove Prep RADINDEN MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 759 yd |
| Bhasvic Sports Centre DYKE ROAD | grass pitches | 771 yd |
| Grasshoppers Lawn Tennis Club GRASSHOPPERS GRASSHOPPERS THE DRIVE | tennis courts | 811 yd |
| Ralli Hall Centre DENMARK VILLAS | 903 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.