Laton Road is in Hastings and in Hastings district. TN34 2ES is located in the Braybrooke 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 Laton Road, Hastings, TN34 2ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN34 2ER, TN34 2DP, TN34 2LW, TN34 2EX, TN34 2LN, TN34 2DL, TN34 2LP, TN34 2XA, TN34 2ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN34 2ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 51.5% | 52% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.2% | 33.6% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 35.3% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 14.8% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 11% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 37.6% | 41% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 27% | 35.6% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 22.8% | 15.8% | -7.0% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 5.5% | -4.0% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 32.3% | 22.5% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 6.7% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 16.5% | 8.8% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 33.1% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 6.3% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.4% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 86.9% 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 | 91.9% | 86.9% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 6.7% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 87.4% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 9.2% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.3% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laton Road was 63.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.7% higher than the Braybrooke average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Laton Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Braybrooke and the 115th lowest crime rate of 285 local areas in Hastings .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 8 17 Laton Road, Hastings, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-10-21 | £135,767 |
| Flat 2 17 Laton Road, Hastings, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2025-09-04 | £143,526 |
| 32A Laton Road, Hastings, East Sussex Other, an established residential building | £41,000 | 2025-03-28 | £37,659 |
| 32A Laton Road, Hastings, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-08-09 | £198,571 |
| Flat 10 17 Laton Road, Hastings, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £168,510 | 2024-07-26 | £150,791 |
TN34 2ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 2ES area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elphinstone Junior School Parker Road , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Infants' School Elphinstone Avenue , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blacklands Primary School Osborne Close , Freshwater Avenue TN34 2HU | - not rated | 410 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Osborne Close , TN34 2HU | 4out of 4 | 410 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Community School Parker Road , TN34 3TH | - not rated | 737 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Parker Sports College Parkstone Road , TN34 2NT | - not rated | 1,374 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 1,374 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Helenswood Academy The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 2,699 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Helenswood School The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 2,699 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Grove Darwell Close , TN38 9JP | - not rated | 3,241 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Flagship School The Ridge , TN34 2AE | 1out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Flagship School The Ridge , TN34 2AE | - not rated | 1,187 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | - not rated | 1,290 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stablecare 19 Cloudesley Road , TN37 6JW | - not rated | 1,631 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Dragon | 3 St Helens Crescent, Hastings | 256 yd | |
| Eat @ The Park | Alexandra Park Cafe, Lower Park Road | 305 yd | |
| One Twenty One | Shop and Premises, 120-122 Queens Road | 753 yd | |
| The Little Yard | Brittania Enterprise Centre, Waterworks Road | 770 yd | |
| Muktha Tandoori | 75 Queens Road, Hastings | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewing Brothers @ The Imperial | The Imperial, 119 Queens Road | 826 yd | |
| The Fountain Pub | 93 Queens Road, Hastings | 917 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Public House | 88 Mount Pleasant Road, Hastings | 933 yd | |
| Twelve Hundred Postcards | 80 Queens Road, Hastings | 975 yd | |
| The Prince Albert | 28 Cornwallis Street, Hastings | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hughenden Fish Bar | 9 Hughenden Road, Hastings | 368 yd | |
| Yongs | 75 Vicarage Road, Hastings | 848 yd | |
| Fusion Queen | Shop and Premises, 168 Queens Road | 886 yd | |
| Oregano Leaf | Shop and Premises, 78 Queens Road | 904 yd | |
| Famous Fried Chicken | 74 Mount Pleasant Road, Hastings | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Main Shop Floor | Morrisons, 170 Queens Road | 883 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Local, Station Plaza | 1,015 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy OSBORNE CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 439 yd |
| Alexandra Park ASHFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 541 yd |
| The Baird Primary Academy PARKER ROAD | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Amherst Lawn Tennis Club Amherst Gardens | tennis courts | 942 yd |
| Station Plaza Fitness STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite | 1,048 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 | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.