Elm Drive is in Hove and in Hove district. BN3 7JS 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 7JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN3 7JT, BN3 7JU, BN3 7LW, BN3 7LA, BN3 7RE, BN3 7EE, BN3 7ED, BN3 7ET, BN3 7JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN3 7JS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 51.8% | 53.7% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 48.2% | 46.3% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 7JS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46% 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 | 31.4% | 46% | 14.6% | 37.9% | 8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 36.5% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 10.8% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 4.1% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 54.1% | 51.5% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 26.5% | 34.6% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 10% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.2% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.3% | 11.5% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 7.6% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 17.2% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 40.4% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 6.6% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.8% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 87.2% | 83.7% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 2.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 85.4% 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 | 86.7% | 85.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 4.9% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 3.2% | -1.1% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.2% | 85.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.5% | 0.2% | -11.3% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Drive was 95.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.2% higher than the Hangleton & Knoll average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elm Drive has the 15th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Hangleton & Knoll and the 283rd highest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Terraced, an established residential building | £531,550 | 2024-07-19 | £536,677 |
| 43 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2024-03-27 | £471,546 |
| 37 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2023-07-04 | £629,856 |
| 8 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £707,000 | 2022-11-29 | £668,201 |
| 41 Elm Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2021-11-29 | £593,843 |
BN3 7JS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 7JS 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 | 99 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 5,032 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Spa Nursery School Park Hill , BN2 0BT | 4out of 4 | 5,323 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 | 189 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Junior School Portland Road , BN3 5JA | 3out of 4 | 781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hove Infant School Portland Road , BN3 5JA | 4out of 4 | 781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hangleton Primary School Dale View , BN3 8LF | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldrington CofE Primary School Eridge Road , BN3 7QD | 3out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 890 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 1,625 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 2,599 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Chalky Road , Portslade BN41 2WS | 3out of 4 | 2,911 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,169 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 3,894 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 | 594 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Deepdene School 195 New Church Road , BN3 4ED | - not rated | 1,339 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's School 33 New Church Road , BN3 4AD | - not rated | 1,442 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton and Hove Clinic School 14-18 New Church Road , Hove BN3 4FH | - not rated | 1,661 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Drive Preparatory School 101 The Drive , BN3 6GE | - not rated | 1,950 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martlets Hospice | The Martlets Hospice, Wayfield Avenue | 108 yd | |
| Hove Polyclinic - Friends Cafe | Nevill Avenue, Hove | 230 yd | |
| Yummy Kebab | 88 Elm Drive, Hove | 411 yd | |
| The Queensbury Coffee House | 184 - 186 Old Shoreham Road, Hove | 534 yd | |
| The Flour Pot Bakery | 210 Hangleton Road, Hove | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George Payne | 18 Payne Avenue, Hove | 549 yd | |
| Hangleton Bowling Club | 97 Rowan Avenue, Hove | 674 yd | |
| The Grenadier | 200 Hangleton Road, Hove | 720 yd | |
| The Ancient Mariner | 59 Rutland Road, Hove | 764 yd | |
| Ancient Mariner Kitchen | 59 Rutland Road, Hove | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncle Sams | 13 Queens Parade, Hove | 644 yd | |
| Tulsi Tandoori | 5A Queens Parade, Hove | 644 yd | |
| Cuisinne | 9 West Way, Hove | 739 yd | |
| Mandarin Garden | 1 West Way, Hove | 739 yd | |
| Deliveroo Editions | Unit 1, Saxon Works | 755 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 5 The Parade, Hangleton Road | 691 yd | |
| Tesco | 3 West Way, Hove | 739 yd | |
| Getir | Unit 11, St Josephs Business Park | 769 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 268 - 272 Portland Road, Hove | 770 yd | |
| J Sainsbury Plc | 123 - 125 Portland Road, Hove | 925 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goldstone Junior School LABURNUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 331 yd |
| Knoll Park STAPLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Blatchington Mill School NEVILL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 758 yd |
| Hove Park School (Nevill Campus) NEVILL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 773 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Hove) ST. HELIERS AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 801 yd |
| Nevill Playing Fields Eridge Road | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Change (Hove) PORTLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 910 yd |
| Coral Health And Fitness Orchard Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 957 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 182 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.