Hangleton Valley Drive is in Hove and in Hove district. BN3 8AP 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 Hangleton Valley Drive, Hove, BN3 8AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN3 8EB, BN3 8AT, BN3 8AN, BN3 8AJ, BN3 8AS, BN3 8AR, BN3 8AH, BN3 8FG, BN3 8EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN3 8AP 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 | 52.5% | 51.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.3% | 0.8% | 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 vicinity of BN3 8AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.7% 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 | 19.9% | 27.5% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.5% | 55.7% | -9.8% | 44.2% | 11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 6.9% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 7.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 36.8% | 46.9% | 10.1% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 44.1% | 34.6% | -9.5% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 15.6% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 2.2% | -3.9% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 16.6% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 11.9% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 13.2% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.2% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.7% | 33.1% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 90.7% | 85.5% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Other | 0.6% | 5.3% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 3.7% |
In this area, 84.4% 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 | 90.7% | 84.4% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 5% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 84.4% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 8.9% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 2.2% | -6.5% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 7.3% | 6.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hangleton Valley Drive was 48.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.4% lower than the Hangleton & Knoll average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Hangleton Valley Drive has the 25th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Hangleton & Knoll and the 320th lowest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Hangleton Valley Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2025-01-16 | £470,599 |
| 46 Hangleton Valley Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £577,500 | 2024-09-20 | £574,361 |
| 48 Hangleton Valley Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2022-02-25 | £486,805 |
| 44 Hangleton Valley Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Detached, an established residential building | £507,540 | 2021-07-16 | £561,547 |
| 12 Hangleton Valley Drive, Hove, Brighton And Hove Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2021-05-12 | £571,446 |
BN3 8AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hangleton Primary School Dale View , BN3 8LF | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peter Gladwin Primary School Drove Road , Portslade BN41 2PA | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicolas CofE Primary School Locks Hill , Portslade BN41 2LA | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield Primary School 255 Old Shoreham Road , Portslade BN41 1XS | 3out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Chalky Road , Portslade BN41 2WS | 3out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,074 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,369 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoreham Academy Kingston Lane , BN43 6YT | 4out of 4 | 3,257 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 | 4,691 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 4,936 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Park School Foredown Road , Portslade BN41 2FU | 4out of 4 | 897 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deepdene School 195 New Church Road , BN3 4ED | - not rated | 2,017 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lioncare School 87 Payne Avenue , BN3 5HD | - not rated | 2,158 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's School 33 New Church Road , BN3 4AD | - not rated | 2,972 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herons Dale School Hawkins Crescent , BN43 6TN | 3out of 4 | 3,107 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19th Hole Cafe | Benfield Valley Golf Course, Hangleton Lane | 89 yd | |
| Wish Park Cafe | Aldrington Recreation Ground, Saxon Road | 614 yd | |
| Fresh Start Sussex | Park Cafe, Easthill Park | 1,005 yd | |
| Cafe O | 2 Applesham Avenue, Hove | 1,010 yd | |
| Traact Nutrition Kitchen | 15A Queens Parade, Hove | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Footgolf | Benfield Valley Golf Course, Hangleton Lane | 89 yd | |
| Hangleton Manor Inn | Hangleton Valley Drive, Hove | 155 yd | |
| The Grenadier | 200 Hangleton Road, Hove | 910 yd | |
| Hangleton Bowling Club | 97 Rowan Avenue, Hove | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok 4 U | 181 Hangleton Way, Hove | 758 yd | |
| Hove Fish Bar | 173 Hangleton Way, Hove | 758 yd | |
| Italian At Home | 93 Mill Lane, Portslade | 780 yd | |
| Freiduria El Canario | 165 Hangleton Way, Hove | 790 yd | |
| Cuisinne | 9 West Way, Hove | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 361-367 Old Shoreham Road, Benfield Valley | 749 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Service Station, Old Shoreham Road | 749 yd | |
| Tesco | 3 West Way, Hove | 917 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 5 The Parade, Hangleton Road | 955 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Benfield Valley Golf Course (Closed) Hangleton Lane | golf | 210 yd |
| Greenleas Hangleton Valley Drive | grass pitches | 300 yd |
| Hove Park School (Valley Campus) HANGLETON WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 524 yd |
| Hangleton Primary School DALE VIEW | swimming pool | 744 yd |
| Easthill Park Easthill Way | grass pitches | 948 yd |
| Hangleton Park HANGLETON PARK HANGLETON PARK HARMSWORTH CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 972 yd |
| Benfield Valley Recreation Ground Hangleton Road | grass pitches | 1,048 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 | 76 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.