Brading Close is in Hastings and in Hastings district. TN34 2HT is located in the St Helens 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 Brading Close, Hastings, TN34 2HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN34 2TB, TN34 2HR, TN34 2DW, TN34 2TA, TN34 2HP, TN34 2HS, TN34 2XA, TN34 2DP, TN34 2HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN34 2HT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 51.8% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.5% | 48.2% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 2HT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 24.3% | 27.5% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 55.8% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 7.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 44.7% | 37.3% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 37% | 42.4% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 8.8% |
| Fair health | 15% | 15.6% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 23.4% | 19.1% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 11.6% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 14.9% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 17% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 25.3% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 5% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 3.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.4% | 88.3% | -9.1% | 81.4% | 6.9% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 95.2% | 88.8% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 6.2% | 4.0% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 88.8% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 1.4% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 7.6% | 6.5% | 1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brading Close was 25.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.7% lower than the Baird average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Brading Close has the 19th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Baird and the 47th lowest crime rate of 285 local areas in Hastings .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Brading Close, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-04-03 | £308,174 |
| 3 Brading Close, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-12-03 | £315,792 |
| 18 Brading Close, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-09-30 | £319,235 |
| 12 Brading Close, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2021-06-29 | £240,340 |
| 22 Brading Close, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2018-07-31 | £261,011 |
TN34 2HT 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 TN34 2HT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacklands Primary School Osborne Close , Freshwater Avenue TN34 2HU | - not rated | 169 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Osborne Close , TN34 2HU | 4out of 4 | 169 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Junior School Parker Road , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Infants' School Elphinstone Avenue , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Community School Parker Road , TN34 3TH | - not rated | 926 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 | 1,112 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Helenswood Academy The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 2,466 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Helenswood School The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 2,466 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Grove Darwell Close , TN38 9JP | - not rated | 3,034 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 | 1,461 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Flagship School The Ridge , TN34 2AE | - not rated | 1,461 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stablecare 19 Cloudesley Road , TN37 6JW | - not rated | 1,556 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,559 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 192 yd | |
| Eat @ The Park | Alexandra Park Cafe, Lower Park Road | 447 yd | |
| One Twenty One | Shop and Premises, 120-122 Queens Road | 1,025 yd | |
| The Little Yard | Brittania Enterprise Centre, Waterworks Road | 1,038 yd | |
| Hastings United Sports & Social Club | Sports and Social Club, Elphinstone Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings United Football Club | The Pilot Field, Elphinstone Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hughenden Fish Bar | 9 Hughenden Road, Hastings | 612 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy OSBORNE CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 185 yd |
| Alexandra Park ASHFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 464 yd |
| The Baird Primary Academy PARKER ROAD | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Amherst Lawn Tennis Club Amherst Gardens | tennis courts | 894 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.