Vale Road is in Portslade, Brighton and in Brighton And Hove district. BN41 1HA is located in the South Portslade electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hove. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vale Road, Portslade, Brighton, BN41 1HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN41 1GQ, BN41 1LD, BN41 1GE, BN41 1LH, BN41 1LN, BN41 1GG, BN41 1LJ, BN41 1XB, BN41 1LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN41 1HA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 51.5% | 52.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 48.5% | 47.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.8% | 40.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 38.2% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 11.6% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 3.9% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 46.8% | 45.4% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 31.3% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 15.1% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 6.3% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 23.8% | 15.9% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 12.3% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 11.9% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5.7% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 16.3% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 34.8% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.1% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Chinese | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 88.9% | 91.1% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 92.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 92.2% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 2% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 93.1% | 4.5% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.3% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.3% | 37.2% | 21.1% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vale Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the South Portslade average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 7 Tozer Court Vale Road, Brighton, Brighton And Hove Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2002-12-12 | £254,891 |
BN41 1HA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
BN41 1HA 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 | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Church Road , Portslade BN41 1LB | 3out of 4 | 389 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brackenbury Primary School Locks Hill , Portslade BN41 2LA | 2out of 4 | 463 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Community Primary School St Peter's Road , Portslade-By-Sea BN41 1LS | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield Primary School 255 Old Shoreham Road , Portslade BN41 1XS | 3out of 4 | 544 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicolas CofE Primary School Locks Hill , Portslade BN41 2LA | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Chalky Road , Portslade BN41 2WS | 3out of 4 | 2,030 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoreham Academy Kingston Lane , BN43 6YT | 4out of 4 | 2,318 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 2,927 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 | 4,928 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deepdene School 195 New Church Road , BN3 4ED | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Park School Foredown Road , Portslade BN41 2FU | 4out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lioncare School 87 Payne Avenue , BN3 5HD | - not rated | 2,112 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoreham College St Julian's Lane , Shoreham by Sea BN43 6YW | - not rated | 2,411 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's School 33 New Church Road , BN3 4AD | - not rated | 2,548 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tarte Sissi | 73 Church Road, Portslade | 94 yd | |
| Expresso Cafe | 24 Church Road, Portslade | 243 yd | |
| Boulder Brighton | Unit 7, Victoria Road Trading Estate | 250 yd | |
| Bites And Slice Madeira Cafe | 28 Station Road, Portslade | 517 yd | |
| Blend Coffee Co | 32 Station Road, Portslade | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Legion | 24 Trafalgar Road, Portslade | 120 yd | |
| Battle Pub | 77 Trafalgar Road, Portslade | 298 yd | |
| The Railway Inn | 2 Station Road, Portslade | 556 yd | |
| The Foghorn (Wet Sales) | 55 Boundary Road, Hove | 559 yd | |
| Stanley Arms PH | 47 Wolseley Road, Portslade | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Star Tandoori | 38 Trafalgar Road, Portslade | 120 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | 22 Church Road, Portslade | 243 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 44 Station Road, Portslade | 520 yd | |
| Joe's Burger House | 4 Station Road, Portslade | 556 yd | |
| Subway | 5 Station Road, Portslade | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 103 Abinger Road, Portslade | 487 yd | |
| Tesco | 19/20 Station Road, Portslade | 517 yd | |
| Iceland | 73-74 Boundary Road, Hove | 582 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 7 Carlton Terrace, Portslade | 698 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Portslade Community Centre Church Road | 226 yd | |
| Victoria Recreation Ground VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| Underground Gym CAMDEN STREET | health and fitness suite | 561 yd |
| St Nicolas Ce Primary School LOCKS HILL | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| Fishergate Recreation Ground (Closed) West Road | grass pitches | 740 yd |
| St Christopher'S Hove Playing Fields ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL SPORTS GROUND ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL SPORTS GROUND GLEBE VILLAS | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Ymca (Sussex Central) WINDLESHAM CLOSE | 886 yd | |
| Benfield Valley Recreation Ground Hangleton Road | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Southwick Football Club RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND OLD BARN WAY | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| Easthill Park Easthill Way | grass pitches | 952 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 237.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.