Hardwick Way is in Hove and in Hove district. BN3 8BQ 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 Hardwick Way, Hove, BN3 8BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN3 8BR, BN3 8BT, BN3 8BN, BN3 8BL, BN3 8BU, BN3 8BS, BN3 8BW, BN3 8BP, BN3 8PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN3 8BQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 56% 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 | 56.8% | 56% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 5.0% |
| Male | 43.2% | 44% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -5.0% |
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 8BQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 43.2% | 42.9% | -0.3% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 31.5% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -12.7% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 1.1% | -4.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 16.8% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 7.6% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 44.7% | 38.7% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 34.4% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 18.2% | 7.3% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 | 35.8% | 25.3% | -10.5% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 17.2% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 7.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 10.8% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 15.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 24.7% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 4.8% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 86.4% | 78% | -8.4% | 81.4% | -3.4% |
| Arab | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.8% | 7.5% | 6.7% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
In this area, 78.7% 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 | 82.9% | 78.7% | -4.2% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 11.1% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 6.7% | 3.2% | 5.6% | 1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.1% | 79.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 12% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.2% | 6.4% | 0.2% | 2.9% | 3.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 1.6% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 0.4% | -7.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 29.4% | 46.2% | -16.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 7.1% | 6.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hardwick Way was 73.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.0% lower than the Hangleton & Knoll average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hardwick Way has the 20th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Hangleton & Knoll and the 370th highest crime rate of 815 local areas in Brighton and Hove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Hardwick Way, Hove, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £269,000 | 2024-11-22 | £273,865 |
| 12 Hardwick Way, Hove, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-01-12 | £254,521 |
| 20 Hardwick Way, Hove, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £186,500 | 2016-02-05 | £231,192 |
| 8 Hardwick Way, Hove, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2015-11-20 | £258,615 |
| 14 Hardwick Way, Hove, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2015-10-05 | £232,361 |
BN3 8BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 242 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hangleton Primary School Dale View , BN3 8LF | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldstone Primary School Laburnum Avenue , BN3 7JW | 3out of 4 | 1,461 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldrington CofE Primary School Eridge Road , BN3 7QD | 3out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove The Droveway , Hove BN3 7QA | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Free schools | 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 | 240 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 1,449 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 1,931 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Chalky Road , Portslade BN41 2WS | 3out of 4 | 2,405 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic School The Upper Drive , BN3 6ND | 3out of 4 | 3,474 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varndean College Surrenden Road , BN1 6WQ | - not rated | 3,942 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College 205 Dyke Road , BN3 6EG | - not rated | 4,090 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 | 2,031 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lioncare School 87 Payne Avenue , BN3 5HD | - not rated | 2,160 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Deepdene School 195 New Church Road , BN3 4ED | - not rated | 2,618 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's School 33 New Church Road , BN3 4AD | - not rated | 2,997 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drive Preparatory School 101 The Drive , BN3 6GE | - not rated | 3,011 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bankers | 218 - 220 Hangleton Road, Hove | 837 yd | |
| Cafe O | 2 Applesham Avenue, Hove | 941 yd | |
| Traact Nutrition Kitchen | 15A Queens Parade, Hove | 959 yd | |
| The Flour Pot Bakery | 210 Hangleton Road, Hove | 968 yd | |
| 19th Hole Cafe | Benfield Valley Golf Course, Hangleton Lane | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grenadier | 200 Hangleton Road, Hove | 1,045 yd | |
| Brighton Footgolf | Benfield Valley Golf Course, Hangleton Lane | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freiduria El Canario | 165 Hangleton Way, Hove | 396 yd | |
| Wok 4 U | 181 Hangleton Way, Hove | 420 yd | |
| Hove Fish Bar | 173 Hangleton Way, Hove | 420 yd | |
| Smileys | 3 Burwash Road, Hove | 466 yd | |
| Tulsi Tandoori | 5A Queens Parade, Hove | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 3 West Way, Hove | 979 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 5 The Parade, Hangleton Road | 1,022 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Blatchington Primary School HANGLETON WAY | grass pitches | 137 yd |
| Hangleton Park HANGLETON PARK HANGLETON PARK HARMSWORTH CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 180 yd |
| Hangleton Primary School DALE VIEW | swimming pool | 642 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 | 82.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| 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 | 73.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.