Roman Road is in Hove and in Hove district. BN3 4LA is located in the Wish electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roman Road, Hove, BN3 4LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN3 4LB, BN3 4PA, BN3 4PB, BN3 4LF, BN3 4LE, BN3 4PE, BN3 4ND, BN3 4LD, BN3 4PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN3 4LA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 57.1% | 53.2% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 42.9% | 46.8% | 3.9% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 25% | 28.3% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.1% | 48.6% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12% | 8.7% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 11.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 50.5% | 51.2% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 29.9% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 13.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 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.
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 47.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.8% | 10.3% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 8.1% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 10.3% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 4.8% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 16.1% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 47.6% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 13.8% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 89.8% | 92.3% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 90.2% | 85.9% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 7.7% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 86.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.6% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 1.5% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roman Road was 29.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.7% lower than the South Portslade average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roman Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in South Portslade and the 204th lowest crime rate of 804 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Floor Flat 38 Roman Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2026-02-24 | £500,000 |
| 48 Roman Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2025-11-05 | £734,127 |
| 54 Roman Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £914,000 | 2024-12-12 | £899,415 |
| 6 Roman Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2024-12-10 | £1,230,053 |
| 8 Roman Road, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £944,000 | 2024-11-22 | £927,949 |
BN3 4LA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 4LA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BN3 4LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 5,328 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hove Junior School Portland Road , BN3 5JA | - not rated | 806 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hove Infant School Portland Road , BN3 5JA | - not rated | 806 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Church Road , Portslade BN41 1LB | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield Primary School 255 Old Shoreham Road , Portslade BN41 1XS | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield Primary School 255 Old Shoreham Road , Portslade BN41 1XS | 3out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Hall Middle School Manor Hall Road , Southwick BN42 4NF | - not rated | 2,482 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckingham Community Middle School Buckingham Road , BN43 5UD | - not rated | 5,435 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,019 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,310 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 2,981 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Chalky Road , Portslade BN41 2WS | 3out of 4 | 3,201 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portslade Community College Chalky Road , Portslade BN41 2WS | - not rated | 3,201 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,742 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City College Brighton and Hove Pelham Street , BN1 4FA | - not rated | 4,840 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 5,042 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Fold School 201 New Church Road , BN3 4ED | - not rated | 330 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Deepdene School 195 New Church Road , BN3 4ED | - not rated | 406 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lioncare School 87 Payne Avenue , BN3 5HD | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's School 33 New Church Road , BN3 4AD | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torah Academy 31 New Church Road , BN3 4AD | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feedwell Cafe | 325 Kingsway, Hove | 163 yd | |
| Shoreline Coffee + Kitchen | 339 Kingsway, Hove | 195 yd | |
| Breakfast At Tiffany's | 333 Kingsway, Hove | 235 yd | |
| The Flour Pot | Kiosk, 364 Kingsway | 355 yd | |
| St Leonard's Community Cafe | Church House, 211 New Church Road | 405 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lobo's Caribbean Cuisine At The Gather Inn | Blue Lagoon, 330 Kingsway | 202 yd | |
| The Gather Inn | 330 Kingsway, Hove | 210 yd | |
| Dinky Bites | 324 Portland Road, Hove | 568 yd | |
| The Fireplace At The Garden Bar | 324 Portland Road, Hove | 568 yd | |
| The Foghorn (Wet Sales) | 55 Boundary Road, Hove | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sopar So Good Ltd | 310 Portland Road, Hove | 615 yd | |
| Fred Fish And Chips And Kebabs | 51 Boundary Road, Hove | 653 yd | |
| Pizza Hot 4 U | 24 Boundary Road, Hove | 653 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab | 23 Boundary Road, Hove | 654 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab | 23 Boundary Road, Hove | 654 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 73-74 Boundary Road, Hove | 737 yd | |
| Tesco | 19/20 Station Road, Portslade | 739 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 268 - 272 Portland Road, Hove | 762 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 7 Carlton Terrace, Portslade | 924 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aldrington Recreation Ground WISH ROAD | grass pitches | 251 yd |
| Crossfit Connect QUAYSIDE HOUSE QUAYSIDE HOUSE BASIN ROAD SOUTH | 461 yd | |
| St Christopher'S Hove Playing Fields ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL SPORTS GROUND ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL SPORTS GROUND GLEBE VILLAS | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Change (Hove) PORTLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 719 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Hove) ST. HELIERS AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 747 yd |
| Underground Gym CAMDEN STREET | health and fitness suite | 830 yd |
| Kingsway Tennis Courts LANGDALE COURT 223-225 LANGDALE COURT 223-225 KINGSWAY | tennis courts | 895 yd |
| Shadi Danin Hair Scalp & Skin Clinic (Closed) New Church Road | health and fitness suite | 958 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 | 87.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.