Elphick Road is in Newhaven and in Lewes district. BN9 9SZ is located in the Newhaven North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elphick Road, Newhaven, BN9 9SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN9 9TA, BN9 9RX, BN9 9RU, BN9 9RY, BN9 9BL, BN9 9SY, BN9 9SH, BN9 9BJ, BN9 9RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN9 9SZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 50% | 54.4% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 50% | 45.6% | -4.4% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 9SZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 48% | 45.5% | -2.5% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 34.7% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 5.6% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 10.3% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 | 43.8% | 49.4% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 35.1% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 10.4% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 16.5% | 22.2% | 5.7% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 13.2% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 16% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 14.6% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 28.8% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.4% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 94.9% | 85.8% | -9.1% | 81.4% | 4.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 85.5% 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 | 86.9% | 85.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 85.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 7% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.9% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.4% | 76.7% | -12.3% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.3% | 37.2% | 20.1% |
| Christian | 31.8% | 46.2% | -14.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elphick Road was 24.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.2% lower than the Newhaven North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elphick Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Newhaven North and the 86th lowest crime rate of 327 local areas in Lewes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Ground Floor Flat 19 Elphick Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2025-10-15 | £161,000 |
| 17 Elphick Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-04-17 | £196,683 |
| 28 Elphick Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-07-29 | £263,634 |
| 36 Elphick Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2021-08-02 | £257,600 |
| 34 Elphick Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £2,260,000 | 2021-02-19 | £2,565,765 |
BN9 9SZ 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 | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 43 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour Primary and Nursery School Church Hill , BN9 9LX | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breakwater Academy Valley Road , BN9 9UT | 3out of 4 | 761 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Cliff Academy Southdown Road , BN9 9FD | 4out of 4 | 1,152 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community Primary School and Nursery Acacia Road , Denton BN9 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery Roderick Avenue North , BN10 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 3,181 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 | 1,143 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peacehaven Community School Greenwich Way , BN10 8RB | 3out of 4 | 3,235 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 | 1,922 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St. John's School (Seaford) Firle Road , BN25 2HU | 3out of 4 | 4,644 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowden House School Firle Road , BN25 2JB | 3out of 4 | 4,859 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 | 130 yd | |
| Lewes Road Social Centre | Robinson Road, Newhaven | 158 yd | |
| La Baguette Shop | 31 High Street, Newhaven | 218 yd | |
| Rose Cafe | 2 Coronation House, High Street | 219 yd | |
| Miah's Spice | Ground Floor, 8 High Street | 219 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Hart | 17 High Street, Newhaven | 218 yd | |
| The Craft Union Pub Company Ltd | The Ship Hotel, 6 High Street | 219 yd | |
| Russell Martin Foundation Extra Time Project | Lewes Road Social Centre, Robinson Road | 260 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | 49 South Road, Newhaven | 439 yd | |
| The Ark | Riverside, Newhaven | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bursa Kebab Shop | 18 High Street, Newhaven | 218 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 30 High Street, Newhaven | 218 yd | |
| The Patchwork Cat Limited | 3 Newhaven Square, Newhaven | 279 yd | |
| Horaces Fish Bar | 7A Chapel Street, Newhaven | 285 yd | |
| Newhaven Curry House | 3 Chapel Street, Newhaven | 285 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit 3, The Hub, 3 Drove Road | 527 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarket | The Drove, Newhaven | 920 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | Unit 1, 124 Fort Road | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Denton Island Indoor Bowls Club DENTON ISLAND | indoor bowls | 292 yd |
| Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre SEAHAVEN SWIMMING POOL SEAHAVEN SWIMMING POOL CHAPEL STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 362 yd |
| Harbour Primary & Nursery School CHURCH HILL | grass pitches | 468 yd |
| Eastside Recreation Norton Road | grass pitches | 978 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 | 82.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 82.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 82.9% |
| 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 | 62.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.