Tennis Close is in Hastings and in Hastings district. TN34 1BX is located in the Braybrooke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hastings and Rye. This postcode has been in use since 2012-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tennis Close, Hastings, TN34 1BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN34 1TU, TN34 1TS, TN34 1PW, TN34 1DP, TN34 1UT, TN34 1TT, TN34 1XX, TN34 1NP, TN34 1TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TN34 1BX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 48.6% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 45.9% | 51.4% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 TN34 1BX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.4% 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 | 19.6% | 24.7% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.1% | 59.4% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 15.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 5.6% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 9.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 41.7% | 42.4% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 41% | 10.3% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 23.8% | 11.8% | -12.0% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 18.8% | 15.1% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 10.4% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 19.1% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.4% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 17.9% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 28.7% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.1% | 91.3% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 94.5% | 88.7% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.8% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 89.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.7% | 9.7% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.7% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tennis Close was 33.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.4% lower than the Braybrooke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tennis Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Braybrooke and the 61st lowest crime rate of 289 local areas in Hastings .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Tennis Close, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2017-12-07 | £647,845 |
| 1 Tennis Close, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £512,000 | 2017-03-30 | £674,196 |
| 3 Tennis Close, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2015-04-23 | £709,982 |
| 2 Tennis Close, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, a newly built property | £350,000 | 2012-04-04 | £652,273 |
| 3 Tennis Close, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2012-01-20 | £695,332 |
TN34 1BX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
TN34 1BX 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 TN34 1BX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Church of England Academy Horntye Road , TN37 6RT | 3out of 4 | 77 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy Woodland Vale Road , St Leonards-on-Sea TN37 6JJ | 3out of 4 | 558 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Magdalen Road , TN37 6EU | 3out of 4 | 567 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Osborne Close , TN34 2HU | 4out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale Primary Academy Silverdale Primary Academy , TN37 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Leonards Academy Edinburgh Campus, , Edinburgh Road TN38 8HH | 3out of 4 | 2,476 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hastings Academy Rye Road , TN35 5DN | 3out of 4 | 4,401 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne Children's Centre Care of: Children's Social Services , Ocean House TN37 6LW | - not rated | 944 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Flagship School 40 Collier Road , TN34 3JR | - not rated | 2,026 yd | Free schools special | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| New Horizons School (Part of the Sabden Multi Academy Trust) Beauchamp Road , TN38 9JU | 4out of 4 | 2,110 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | 4out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saxon Mount School Edinburgh Road , TN38 8HH | 3out of 4 | 2,419 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horntye Park Sports Complex | Horntye Park, Hastings | 178 yd | |
| Summerfields Sports Centre | Bohemia Road, Hastings | 492 yd | |
| Hong Kong Garden | 172 Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 495 yd | |
| Cafe 67 | 67 Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 594 yd | |
| Dovetail | Shop and Premises, 46 Bohemia Road | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Star Inn | Clarence Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 599 yd | |
| The Tower | 251 London Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 741 yd | |
| Bowls Pavilion | White Rock Pleasure Gardens, Falaise Road | 766 yd | |
| The Royal St Leonards | 1 St Johns Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 820 yd | |
| Railway Hotel | 1 Kings Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa John's Pizza | 172A Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 495 yd | |
| Joe Joes Chicken and Ribs | 87 Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 553 yd | |
| Best Kebab Ye | 69 Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 594 yd | |
| Harvey's Fish Bar | 53 Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 645 yd | |
| Hastings Spice | 51 Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OP | 45-47 Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 645 yd | |
| LIDL Great Britain Ltd | Bohemia Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 781 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Local, Station Plaza | 938 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 1 Lacuna Place, Havelock Road | 1,047 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst Lawn Tennis Club Amherst Gardens | tennis courts | 141 yd |
| Horntye Park Sports Complex BOHEMIA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 150 yd |
| The Y Centre ST. PAULS ROAD | 375 yd | |
| Alexandra Park ASHFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 570 yd |
| The Oval FALAISE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 624 yd |
| Summerfields Leisure Centre BOHEMIA ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 633 yd |
| Falaise Indoor Bowls Club INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE FALAISE ROAD | indoor bowls | 699 yd |
| Falaise Fitness Centre INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE FALAISE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| Ocean Fitness (Closed) Ocean House 87-89 Ocean House 87-89 London Road | health and fitness suite | 948 yd |
| Station Plaza Fitness STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite | 966 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.