Dixter Lane is in Northiam, Rye and in Rother district. TN31 6PW is located in the Northern Rother 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 Dixter Lane, Northiam, Rye, TN31 6PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN31 6PJ, TN31 6PH, TN31 6JT, TN31 6PF, TN31 6PP, TN31 6PQ, TN31 6GD, TN31 6GA, TN31 6PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN31 6PW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.4% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.6% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 TN31 6PW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.7% 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 | 12% | 17.3% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -20.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.7% | 66.7% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 22.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 4.8% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 10.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 44.1% | 38% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 39.9% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 16.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 5% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 12.4% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 15.4% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 16.2% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.1% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 15% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 33.3% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 99.2% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 95.2% | 93.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 93.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 62.4% | 46.2% | 16.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dixter Lane was 11.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.3% lower than the Eastern Rother average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dixter Lane has the lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Eastern Rother and the 27th lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in Rother .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Lodge Millfield Dixter Lane, Rye, East Sussex Other, an established residential building | £353,000 | 2024-05-21 | £343,949 |
| 2 Millfield Dixter Lane, Rye, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2021-01-06 | £539,209 |
| Hope Cottage Dixter Lane, Rye, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £102,500 | 1996-09-27 | £584,375 |
TN31 6PW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
TN31 6PW 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 TN31 6PW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northiam Church of England Primary School Main Street , Northiam TN31 6NB | 3out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckley Church of England Primary School Main Street , Beckley TN31 6RN | 3out of 4 | 3,625 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhurst Primary School Rye Road , Sandhurst TN18 5JE | 3out of 4 | 4,024 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bodiam Church of England Primary School Castle Road , Bodiam TN32 5UH | 3out of 4 | 4,385 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staplecross Methodist Primary School Bodiam Road , Staplecross TN32 5QD | 3out of 4 | 5,186 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frewen College Northiam , TN31 6NL | - not rated | 1,670 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northiam Fish Bar | Northiam Fish Bar Station Road | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jempsons Superstore | Workshop Stonecourt Mews | 449 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northiam Playing Fields Main Street | grass pitches | 680 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.