Grand Avenue is in Hassocks and in Mid Sussex district. BN6 8DA is located in the Hassocks electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arundel and South Downs. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grand Avenue, Hassocks, BN6 8DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN6 8AB, BN6 8AH, BN6 8AP, BN6 8AG, BN6 8AR, BN6 8QB, BN6 8DB, BN6 8DX, BN6 8AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN6 8DA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 51.4% | 54.5% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 45.5% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 BN6 8DA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.2% 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 | 18.4% | 22.4% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 63.2% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 19.0% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 8% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 6% | -4.9% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (87.4%) 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 | 51.7% | 56% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 7.6% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 31.4% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 9.4% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around BN6 8DA this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 9.6% | -11.1% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 7.2% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 10.4% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 18.8% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 46.4% | 8.9% | 33.8% | 12.6% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.1% | 98.7% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 95.9% | 95% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 95% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grand Avenue was 6.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.4% lower than the Hassocks average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grand Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Hassocks and the 11th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Mid Sussex .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12A Grand Avenue, Hassocks, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2025-10-20 | £420,000 |
| 5 Grand Avenue, Hassocks, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £770,000 | 2024-08-23 | £820,864 |
| 17 Grand Avenue, Hassocks, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £481,500 | 2024-02-15 | £524,500 |
| 11 Grand Avenue, Hassocks, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2023-12-01 | £573,756 |
| 10A Grand Avenue, Hassocks, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2023-09-15 | £531,185 |
BN6 8DA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BN6 8DA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hassocks Infant School Chancellors Park , BN6 8EY | 4out of 4 | 123 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Windmills Junior School Dale Avenue , BN6 8LS | 2out of 4 | 697 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditchling (St Margaret's) Church of England Primary School Lewes Road , BN6 8TU | 3out of 4 | 2,483 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| London Meed Community Primary School Chanctonbury Road , RH15 9YQ | 2out of 4 | 2,998 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lawrence CofE Primary School Trinity Road , Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY | 4out of 4 | 3,015 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downlands Community School Dale Avenue , BN6 8LP | 4out of 4 | 590 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Burgess Hill Academy Station Road , RH15 9EA | 3out of 4 | 3,290 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic College Jane Murray Way , RH15 8GA | 4out of 4 | 5,042 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurstpierpoint College College Lane , Hurstpierpoint BN6 9JS | - not rated | 2,745 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Meed Chanctonbury Road , RH15 9EY | 3out of 4 | 3,135 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burgess Hill Girls Keymer Road , RH15 0EG | - not rated | 3,393 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella And Megs | Bella And Megs, 31 Keymer Road | 90 yd | |
| Tim Fai | Tim Fai Chinese Restaurant And Takeaway, 56 Keymer Road | 118 yd | |
| Sunam Tandoori | Sunam Tandoori Restaurant, 5 Keymer Road | 175 yd | |
| Proper Cycling & Coffee | Proper Cycling Ltd, 26 Keymer Road | 192 yd | |
| Purple Carrot @ No 6 | Purple Carrot, 6 Station Approach East | 237 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BN6 Craft Beer & Tap | BN6 Craft Beer And Tap, 54 Keymer Road | 124 yd | |
| The Hassocks Hotel | Hassocks Hotel, Station Approach East | 306 yd | |
| The Thatched Inn | The Thatched Inn, Grand Avenue | 749 yd | |
| Hassocks Football Club | Hassocks Football Club, The Beacon | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hassocks Kebab & Pizza | Hassocks Kebabs And Pizza, 33 Keymer Road | 95 yd | |
| Keymer Fish Bar | Keymer Fish Bar, 101 Keymer Road | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knight's Budgens Of Hassocks | Budgens, 1 - 4 Orion Parade | 204 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, 22 Keymer Road | 204 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Curves For Women (Hassocks) (Closed) KEYMER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 238 yd |
| Hassocks Wellness Club (Closed) Keymer Road | health and fitness suite | 238 yd |
| Adastra Park ADASTRA PARK ADASTRA PARK KEYMER ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 324 yd |
| Hassocks Sports Centre DALE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 477 yd |
| Downlands Community School DALE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 477 yd |
| The Weald Lawn Tennis And Squash Rackets Club SOUTH BANK | squash courts, tennis courts | 731 yd |
| London Road Recreation Ground - Hassocks GRACE COURT GRACE COURT PAVILION CLOSE | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| The Beacon BRIGHTON ROAD | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Hassocks Golf Club (Closed) LONDON ROAD | golf | 1,093 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.