Elm Drive is in Hove and in Hove district. BN3 7JL is located in the Hangleton & Knoll electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Drive, Hove, BN3 7JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN3 7JA, BN3 7JF, BN3 7JG, BN3 7JB, BN3 7JW, BN3 7JJ, BN3 7NU, BN3 7FF, BN3 7JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN3 7JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 50.5% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.5% | 2.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of BN3 7JL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% 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 | 32% | 33.6% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 52.9% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 6.2% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 (88.9%) 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 | 53.7% | 57% | 3.3% | 48.4% | 8.6% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 31.9% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 7.9% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 7JL this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 9.3% | -11.4% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 7.9% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 11.4% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.2% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 20% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 42.4% | 19.4% | 33.8% | 8.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.8% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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 | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 83.5% | 82.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 1.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 86.8% 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 | 84.8% | 86.8% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 3.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 2.6% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.6% | 86.8% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 8.2% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 0.8% | -7.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 35.4% | 46.2% | -10.8% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 6.1% | 6.5% | -0.4% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Drive was 33.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.8% lower than the Hangleton & Knoll average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elm Drive has the 15th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Hangleton & Knoll and the 214th lowest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2023-02-10 | £522,120 |
| 120 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2019-11-25 | £531,798 |
| 112 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £342,500 | 2018-12-18 | £433,628 |
| Ground Floor 82 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Other, an established residential building | £2,000 | 2017-10-05 | £2,241 |
| 94 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2017-08-18 | £489,363 |
BN3 7JL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 7JL 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.
The percentage of student residents living in BN3 7JL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 25 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarnerland Nursery School Sussex Street , BN2 0GR | 4out of 4 | 5,436 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldstone Primary School Laburnum Avenue , BN3 7JW | 3out of 4 | 227 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hangleton Primary School Dale View , BN3 8LF | 3out of 4 | 777 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Junior School Portland Road , BN3 5JA | 3out of 4 | 972 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hove Infant School Portland Road , BN3 5JA | 4out of 4 | 972 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield Primary School 255 Old Shoreham Road , Portslade BN41 1XS | 3out of 4 | 1,132 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 | 1,219 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Chalky Road , Portslade BN41 2WS | 3out of 4 | 2,509 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 3,002 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3,574 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 4,224 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lioncare School 87 Payne Avenue , BN3 5HD | - not rated | 916 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Deepdene School 195 New Church Road , BN3 4ED | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Park School Foredown Road , Portslade BN41 2FU | 4out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's School 33 New Church Road , BN3 4AD | - not rated | 1,741 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton and Hove Clinic School 14-18 New Church Road , Hove BN3 4FH | - not rated | 1,978 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummy Kebab | 88 Elm Drive, Hove | 7 yd | |
| Martlets Hospice | The Martlets Hospice, Wayfield Avenue | 310 yd | |
| Hove Polyclinic - Friends Cafe | Nevill Avenue, Hove | 391 yd | |
| The Flour Pot Bakery | 210 Hangleton Road, Hove | 484 yd | |
| Traact Nutrition Kitchen | 15A Queens Parade, Hove | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hangleton Bowling Club | 97 Rowan Avenue, Hove | 348 yd | |
| The Grenadier | 200 Hangleton Road, Hove | 422 yd | |
| Dinky Bites | 324 Portland Road, Hove | 831 yd | |
| The Fireplace At The Garden Bar | 324 Portland Road, Hove | 831 yd | |
| The George Payne | 18 Payne Avenue, Hove | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncle Sams | 13 Queens Parade, Hove | 466 yd | |
| Tulsi Tandoori | 5A Queens Parade, Hove | 466 yd | |
| Cuisinne | 9 West Way, Hove | 473 yd | |
| Mandarin Garden | 1 West Way, Hove | 473 yd | |
| Deliveroo Editions | Unit 1, Saxon Works | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 5 The Parade, Hangleton Road | 425 yd | |
| Tesco | 3 West Way, Hove | 473 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 361-367 Old Shoreham Road, Benfield Valley | 808 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Service Station, Old Shoreham Road | 808 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 268 - 272 Portland Road, Hove | 899 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goldstone Junior School LABURNUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 118 yd |
| Knoll Park STAPLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 211 yd |
| Change (Hove) PORTLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 728 yd |
| Hove Park School (Valley Campus) HANGLETON WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 758 yd |
| Benfield Valley Recreation Ground Hangleton Road | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Hangleton Primary School DALE VIEW | swimming pool | 853 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Hove) ST. HELIERS AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 933 yd |
| Blatchington Mill School NEVILL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Greenleas Hangleton Valley Drive | grass pitches | 977 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 | 91.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.2% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.