Shining Cliff is in Hastings and in Hastings district. TN34 2GT is located in the St Helens electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hastings and Rye. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shining Cliff, Hastings, TN34 2GT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN34 2LF, TN34 2JS, TN34 2JN, TN34 2FW, TN34 2JQ, TN34 2AZ, TN34 2JD, TN34 2JA, TN34 2RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN34 2GT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.7% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.3% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 2GT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.2% 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 | 19.9% | 23.2% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 60.2% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 16.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 5.6% | -5.7% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 41.6% | 44.4% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 37.9% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 14.9% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 1.6% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 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 | 19.1% | 16.1% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 6.9% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 17.9% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 8.7% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 14.5% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 34.2% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.8% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.6% | 94.8% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.1% | 92.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 92.9% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 76.7% | 16.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shining Cliff was 48.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.5% lower than the Baird average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shining Cliff has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Baird and the 90th lowest crime rate of 289 local areas in Hastings .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Shining Cliff, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2024-07-19 | £536,324 |
| 1 Shining Cliff, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2023-07-12 | £531,136 |
| 2 Shining Cliff, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2023-07-05 | £512,500 |
| 5 Shining Cliff, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2023-03-24 | £527,620 |
| 21 Shining Cliff, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2022-12-16 | £527,670 |
TN34 2GT 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 2GT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 150 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Osborne Close , TN34 2HU | 4out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Baird Primary Academy Parker Road , TN34 3TH | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandown Primary School and Nursery The Ridge , TN34 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,922 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Castledown Primary Academy Priory Road , TN34 3QT | 3out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy Little Ridge Avenue , TN37 7LR | 3out of 4 | 2,049 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 974 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hastings Academy Rye Road , TN35 5DN | 3out of 4 | 2,598 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Leonards Academy Edinburgh Campus, , Edinburgh Road TN38 8HH | 3out of 4 | 4,420 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | 4out of 4 | 2,180 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Flagship School 40 Collier Road , TN34 3JR | - not rated | 2,181 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 | 2,510 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Claremont School Baldslow , TN37 7PW | - not rated | 3,058 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansdowne Children's Centre Care of: Children's Social Services , Ocean House TN37 6LW | - not rated | 3,242 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings United Sports & Social Club | Sports and Social Club, Elphinstone Road | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings United Football Club | The Pilot Field, Elphinstone Road | 497 yd | |
| The Conquerors March | Stonestile Lane, Hastings | 780 yd | |
| Hastings & Bexhill Rugby Club | ARK William Parker Academy, Parkstone Road | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuryz | 11 Parkstone Parade, Hastings | 999 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Firs ELPHINSTONE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 420 yd |
| The Pilot Field Elphinstone Road | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Sandhurst Recreation Ground SANDHURST GARDENS | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Trojan Training Systems 6-8 BROOK WAY 6-8 BROOK WAY IVYHOUSE LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,065 yd |
| Ark Alexandra Academy PARKSTONE ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 35.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.05 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.05 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.