Hillside is in Southwick, Brighton and in Adur district. BN42 4QD is located in the Hillside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Worthing and Shoreham. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside, Southwick, Brighton, BN42 4QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN42 4WA, BN42 4WN, BN42 4WB, BN42 4QB, BN42 4WP, BN42 4QJ, BN42 4WL, BN42 4TR, BN42 4JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN42 4QD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 54.1% | 52.9% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 45.9% | 47.1% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 20.4% | 30.9% | 10.5% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.5% | 49.3% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 5.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9% | 7.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 13.5% | 10.4% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 38% | 44.2% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 38% | -3.8% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 14% | 12% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.2% | 23.2% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 12.3% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 16% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 9.2% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 14.7% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 21.8% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 93.5% | 93.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 95.5% | 93.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 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 | 95.5% | 93.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside was 70.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.8% lower than the Eastbrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillside has the 23rd highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Eastbrook and the 65th highest crime rate of 209 local areas in Adur .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hillside, Brighton, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £451,500 | 2023-08-07 | £433,979 |
| 11A Hillside, Brighton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-03-31 | £434,801 |
| 31 Hillside, Brighton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2022-09-16 | £517,642 |
| 10 Hillside, Brighton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2021-01-28 | £395,672 |
| 22 Hillside, Brighton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2018-02-23 | £477,896 |
BN42 4QD 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 BN42 4QD 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 | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbrook Primary Academy Manor Hall Road , Southwick BN42 4NF | 4out of 4 | 820 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmbush Primary Academy Hawkins Crescent , BN43 6TN | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Church Lane , Southwick BN42 4GB | 2out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mile Oak Primary School Graham Avenue , Portslade BN41 2WN | 2out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peter Gladwin Primary School Drove Road , Portslade BN41 2PA | 3out of 4 | 1,269 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreham Academy Kingston Lane , BN43 6YT | 4out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Chalky Road , Portslade BN41 2WS | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hangleton Way , BN3 8BN | 3out of 4 | 3,577 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blatchington Mill School Nevill Avenue , BN3 7BW | 3out of 4 | 4,079 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre Nevill Road , BN3 7BN | 3out of 4 | 4,194 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herons Dale School Hawkins Crescent , BN43 6TN | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Park School Foredown Road , Portslade BN41 2FU | 4out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoreham College St Julian's Lane , Shoreham by Sea BN43 6YW | - not rated | 1,459 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Deepdene School 195 New Church Road , BN3 4ED | - not rated | 2,648 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lioncare School 87 Payne Avenue , BN3 5HD | - not rated | 3,614 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lite Bites | Southwick Christian Community Church, 1 - 5 Roman Crescent | 500 yd | |
| Barn Theatre and Barn Cafe | Southwick Community Centre, 24 Southwick Street | 766 yd | |
| DRNK | Southwick Leisure Centre Old Barn Way | 887 yd | |
| La Tavola | 20A Southwick Square | 891 yd | |
| Ali Baba | 9 Southwick Square | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Romans Hotel | The Romans Hotel Manor Hall Road | 585 yd | |
| Champion House Social Club | Champion House Social Club, 9 Southdown Road | 733 yd | |
| Southwick Beer EnGINe | Southwick Beer Engine, 2 Southwick Square | 899 yd | |
| Cricketers | The Cricketers, 20 The Green | 962 yd | |
| Southwick Sports and Social Club | Southwick Social Club, 11 The Twitten | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chillies Indian Cuisine | 5, Windmill Parade, 163 - 183 Old Shoreham Road | 121 yd | |
| Fortune Inn | 8, Windmill Parade, 163 - 183 Old Shoreham Road | 121 yd | |
| Rainbow House | 4, The Broadway Manor Hall Road | 569 yd | |
| Southwick Fish Bar | 6, The Broadway Manor Hall Road | 574 yd | |
| Mr Bob | 4 Drove Crescent, Portslade | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Co Operative Retail Services, 8 - 16 Southwick Square | 899 yd | |
| Co-op | Mile Oak Road, Portslade | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southwick Hill Recreation Ground SOUTHWICK HILL REC SOUTHWICK HILL REC DOWNS WAY | grass pitches | 523 yd |
| Eastbrook Primary Academy MANOR HALL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 642 yd |
| Quayside Recreation Ground Upper Kingston Lane | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Impulse Leisure (Southwick) SOUTHWICK LEISURE CENTRE SOUTHWICK LEISURE CENTRE OLD BARN WAY | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 877 yd |
| Southwick Recreation Ground Croft Avenue | grass pitches | 902 yd |
| Glebe Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Adur Indoor Bowling Club Ltd RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND OLD BARN WAY | indoor bowls | 961 yd |
| Southwick Football Club RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND OLD BARN WAY | grass pitches | 998 yd |
| Southwick Green The Green | grass pitches | 1,058 yd |
| Impulse Leisure (Wadurs) KINGSTON BROADWAY | swimming pool | 1,091 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 | 126.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.