Pond Close is in Broad Oak, Rye and in Rother district. TN31 6DR is located in the Brede & Udimore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hastings and Rye. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pond Close, Broad Oak, Rye, TN31 6DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN31 6DH, TN31 6DJ, TN31 6DZ, TN31 6DS, TN31 6DP, TN31 6DL, TN31 6DG, TN31 6DT, TN31 6DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN31 6DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 TN31 6DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63% 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 | 13.8% | 15% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -22.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.1% | 63% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 18.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 4.8% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 15% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
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 | 30.6% | 33.1% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -15.3% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 43.2% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 9.6% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 18.6% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 3.8% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 30.3% | 23.8% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 10.1% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 12.8% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 7.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 10.6% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 25.1% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 7.3% | 3.1% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.7% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.8% | 97.9% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25% | 37.2% | -12.2% |
| Christian | 71.2% | 46.2% | 25.0% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pond Close was 4.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.0% lower than the Brede & Udimore average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pond Close has the lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Brede & Udimore and the 5th lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in Rother .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Pond Close, Rye, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2023-01-23 | £316,410 |
| 11 Pond Close, Rye, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-06-18 | £383,153 |
| 15 Pond Close, Rye, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-06-02 | £341,245 |
| 3 Pond Close, Rye, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2021-04-06 | £346,473 |
| 7 Pond Close, Rye, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £286,000 | 2021-01-15 | £339,988 |
TN31 6DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 TN31 6DR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 59% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brede Primary School Udimore Road , Broad Oak TN31 6DG | 3out of 4 | 341 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northiam Church of England Primary School Main Street , Northiam TN31 6NB | 3out of 4 | 4,592 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckley Church of England Primary School Main Street , Beckley TN31 6RN | 3out of 4 | 5,003 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Main Road , Westfield TN35 4QE | 3out of 4 | 5,154 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedlescombe CofE Primary School Brede Lane , Sedlescombe TN33 0RQ | - not rated | 5,267 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frewen College Northiam , TN31 6NL | - not rated | 4,341 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brede Recreation Ground BREDE RECREATION GROUND BREDE RECREATION GROUND UDIMORE ROAD | grass pitches | 148 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 78.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.