Woodruff Avenue is in Hove and in Hove district. BN3 6PG is located in the Westdene & Hove Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodruff Avenue, Hove, BN3 6PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN3 6UE, BN3 6TD, BN3 6TH, BN3 6PF, BN3 6UF, BN3 6TL, BN3 6TG, BN3 6UB, BN3 6PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN3 6PG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 50.8% | 4.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 53.7% | 49.2% | -4.5% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BN3 6PG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.1% | 23.4% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 64.9% | 2.8% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 3.4% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -5.7% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 63.9% | 62.2% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 13.8% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 28.8% | 2.1% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 6.8% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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.
In the area around BN3 6PG this area, 7.9% 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 50.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 7.9% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 6.7% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 15% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 12.7% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.5% | 50.6% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 16.8% |
| Other | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 3.2% |
| White | 86.8% | 82.4% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 1.0% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 82.7% 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 | 82.7% | 82.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 3.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Africa | 5% | 3.1% | -1.9% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 5.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.5% | 83% | 1.5% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 11.5% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.1% | 1.2% | -14.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 76.7% | 15.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.1% | 13.5% | -10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Hindu | 5% | 1.7% | 3.3% |
| Jewish | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.6% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodruff Avenue was 76.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.5% higher than the Westdene & Hove Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodruff Avenue has the 3rd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Westdene & Hove Park and the 353rd highest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Woodruff Avenue, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2021-06-22 | £1,032,979 |
| 12 Woodruff Avenue, Hove, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2021-02-01 | £1,719,734 |
| 16 Woodruff Avenue, Hove, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2020-07-30 | £1,138,797 |
| 21 Woodruff Avenue, Hove, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £1,315,000 | 2019-02-05 | £1,613,089 |
| 29 Woodruff Avenue, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,040,000 | 2018-09-07 | £1,330,487 |
BN3 6PG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 28% 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 6PG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Self-Employed | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 3,716 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 4,004 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove The Droveway , Hove BN3 7QA | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldrington CofE Primary School Eridge Road , BN3 7QD | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School The Upper Drive , BN3 6NB | 3out of 4 | 1,126 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Preston Road , Withdean BN1 6UT | 3out of 4 | 1,181 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford Infant School Highcroft Villas , BN1 5PS | 4out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 1,195 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 1,221 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road , BN1 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 2,233 yd | Free schools | 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 | 1,810 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 1,851 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancing College Preparatory School At Hove The Droveway , BN3 6LU | - not rated | 691 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drive Preparatory School 101 The Drive , BN3 6GE | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlesham School 190 Dyke Road , BRIGHTON BN1 5AA | - not rated | 1,510 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Montessori Place 45 Cromwell Road , BN3 3ER | - not rated | 1,606 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lioncare School 87 Payne Avenue , BN3 5HD | - not rated | 2,062 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tivoli Cafe | 98 Reigate Road, Brighton | 648 yd | |
| Hove Recreation Ground Cafe | The Old Rec Cafe, Hove Recreation Ground | 753 yd | |
| Gather And Gather (Staff Canteen) - Lloyds Banking | 3 City Park, The Droveway | 812 yd | |
| Nola | 2 Woodland Parade, Hove | 818 yd | |
| 9 Vines | 7 Woodland Parade, Hove | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Station Hotel | Station Hotel, 1 Hampstead Road | 633 yd | |
| Hove Rugby Club -Bar | Hove Recreation Ground, Shirley Drive | 992 yd | |
| Crown And Anchor | 213 Preston Road, Brighton | 1,006 yd | |
| CoCoWok | 197 Preston Road, Brighton | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tammy's Fish Bar | 26 The Drove, Brighton | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 26 The Droveway, Hove | 435 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Nevill Road, Hove | 955 yd | |
| Sushi Daily | 121 Nevill Road, Hove | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pavilion & Avenue Tennis Club THE DROVEWAY | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 400 yd |
| Lancing College Preparatory School At Hove THE DROVEWAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 557 yd |
| Hove Recreation Ground HOVE RECREATION GROUND HOVE RECREATION GROUND SHIRLEY DRIVE | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Hove Park PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 904 yd |
| Withdean Sports Complex Withdean Stadium Withdean Stadium Tongdean Lane | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 925 yd |
| Hove Park 3G Pitch HOVE PARK HOVE PARK OLD SHOREHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 945 yd |
| Poolside Leisure Club (Preston Park) (Closed) Preston Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,005 yd |
| Brighton And Hove Prep RADINDEN MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,012 yd |
| Preston Bowls Club Brighton Ltd PRESTON ROAD | indoor bowls | 1,019 yd |
| Cottesmore St. Mary'S Rc Primary School THE UPPER DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,026 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 | 500 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 394.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 31.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.