Brighton Road is in Newhaven and in Lewes district. BN9 9NS is located in the Newhaven South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brighton Road, Newhaven, BN9 9NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN9 9SF, BN9 9NP, BN9 9NG, BN9 9SE, BN9 9NH, BN9 9NR, BN9 9SG, BN9 9SP, BN9 9NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN9 9NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.5% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BN9 9NS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.2% 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 | 43.4% | 48.2% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.6% | 28.6% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 6.7% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 9.8% | -4.8% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3% | 5.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 49.1% | 48.6% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 27% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.7% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 5% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 3.8% |
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.
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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 17.3% | -9.7% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 16.9% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 18.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 7.1% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 19.2% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 96.5% | 86.8% | -9.7% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 94.2% | 89.6% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 89.3% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.3% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.3% | 76.7% | -7.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.6% | 37.2% | 16.4% |
| Christian | 32.6% | 46.2% | -13.6% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brighton Road was 51.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.8% lower than the Newhaven North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brighton Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Newhaven North and the 131st highest crime rate of 327 local areas in Lewes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.1%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 104 Brighton Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-04-12 | £354,427 |
| 74 Brighton Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2017-08-25 | £350,909 |
| 92A Brighton Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2016-11-28 | £147,104 |
| 88 Brighton Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2015-12-14 | £353,092 |
| 90 Brighton Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2015-04-07 | £321,806 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakwater Academy Valley Road , BN9 9UT | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Primary and Nursery School Church Hill , BN9 9LX | 3out of 4 | 413 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Cliff Academy Southdown Road , BN9 9FD | 4out of 4 | 914 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community Primary School and Nursery Acacia Road , Denton BN9 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,764 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery Roderick Avenue North , BN10 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,933 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahaven Academy Haven Way , BN9 9TD | 3out of 4 | 884 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peacehaven Community School Greenwich Way , BN10 8RB | 3out of 4 | 2,901 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School South Hilltop House , Palmerston Road BN9 0NS | - not rated | 2,313 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St. John's School (Seaford) Firle Road , BN25 2HU | 3out of 4 | 4,920 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowden House School Firle Road , BN25 2JB | 3out of 4 | 5,099 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Rooms | Rathan Court (LDC Sheltered Housing), Lewes Road | 307 yd | |
| Newhaven Coffee House | 51-53 High Street, Newhaven | 427 yd | |
| Newhaven Rehabilitation Centre | Newhaven Polyclinic, Church Hill | 432 yd | |
| Lewes Road Social Centre | Robinson Road, Newhaven | 471 yd | |
| La Baguette Shop | 31 High Street, Newhaven | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Martin Foundation Extra Time Project | Lewes Road Social Centre, Robinson Road | 473 yd | |
| The White Hart | 17 High Street, Newhaven | 479 yd | |
| The Craft Union Pub Company Ltd | The Ship Hotel, 6 High Street | 539 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | 49 South Road, Newhaven | 620 yd | |
| The Ark | Riverside, Newhaven | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bursa Kebab Shop | 18 High Street, Newhaven | 479 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 30 High Street, Newhaven | 479 yd | |
| The Patchwork Cat Limited | 3 Newhaven Square, Newhaven | 565 yd | |
| Horaces Fish Bar | 7A Chapel Street, Newhaven | 593 yd | |
| Newhaven Curry House | 3 Chapel Street, Newhaven | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit 3, The Hub, 3 Drove Road | 925 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | Unit 1, 124 Fort Road | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harbour Primary & Nursery School CHURCH HILL | grass pitches | 275 yd |
| Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre SEAHAVEN SWIMMING POOL SEAHAVEN SWIMMING POOL CHAPEL STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 643 yd |
| Denton Island Indoor Bowls Club DENTON ISLAND | indoor bowls | 667 yd |
| Seahaven Academy SOUTHDOWN ROAD | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Peacehaven Golf Club BRIGHTON ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite | 967 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 | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| 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 | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 67.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.