Marklye Lane is in Heathfield and in Wealden district. TN21 8QB is located in the Heathfield North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexhill and Battle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marklye Lane, Heathfield, TN21 8QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN21 8QB, 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 | 51.6% | 54.4% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 48.4% | 45.6% | -2.8% | 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 vicinity of TN21 8QB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 24.5% | 24.5% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 56.1% | -9.2% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 7.1% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.4%) 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 | 66.7% | 51.9% | -14.8% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 24.6% | 36.5% | 11.9% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 7.1% | 11.5% | 4.4% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
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.
In the area around TN21 8QB this area, 6.4% 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 46.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.2% | 6.4% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 13.8% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 21.3% | 7.0% | 13.4% | 7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 8.5% | -2.7% | 16.9% | -8.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.8% | 46.8% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 13.0% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1.1% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.1% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 92.9% | 95.1% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 95.1% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marklye Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Framfield & Cross-in-Hand 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 -41.4%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Old Mill Marklye Lane, Heathfield, East Sussex Other, an established residential building | £790,000 | 2019-03-29 | £864,321 |
| The Granary Marklye Farm Marklye Lane, Heathfield, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2010-11-30 | £564,546 |
| Old Marklye Cottage Marklye Lane, Heathfield, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2006-03-08 | £558,876 |
| Marklye House Marklye Lane, Heathfield, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2001-02-28 | £1,470,948 |
TN21 8QB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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.
TN21 8QB 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 TN21 8QB 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 | 33 |
| Full-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School Sheepsetting Lane , Cross in Hand TN21 0XG | 3out of 4 | 2,146 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community Primary School Beechwood Lane , TN21 8QQ | 4out of 4 | 2,919 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' and St Richard's Church of England Primary School School Hill , Old Heathfield TN21 9AE | 3out of 4 | 3,041 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Five Ashes CofE Primary School Five Ashes , TN20 6HY | 3out of 4 | 3,674 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield Church of England Primary School Fletching Street , TN20 6TA | 3out of 4 | 4,500 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Community College Cade Street , TN21 8RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,615 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School Five Ashes , Mayfield TN20 6HR | - not rated | 4,168 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School The Old Palace , High Street TN20 6PH | - not rated | 4,581 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Mary's School Horam , TN21 0BT | 3out of 4 | 5,258 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 10.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 10.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 10.0% |
| 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 | 30.0% |
| Median download speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.21 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.