Canterbury Rise is in Hastings and in Hastings district. TN34 2HW 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 Canterbury Rise, Hastings, TN34 2HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN34 2HN, TN34 2JU, TN34 2PN, TN34 2HJ, TN34 2PZ, TN34 2PW, TN34 2HL, TN34 2PY, TN34 2HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN34 2HW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 51.2% | 54.7% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 48.8% | 45.3% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 2HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% 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 | 18.7% | 19.3% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 56.3% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 12% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 14% | 10.4% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.6% | 28.2% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -20.2% |
| Good health | 42.1% | 42.6% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 9.0% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 18.8% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 7.9% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 33.7% | 27.6% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 9.4% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 16.1% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 23.4% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.5% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 97.1% | 92.6% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 5.9% | 4.5% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 93.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canterbury Rise was 18.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.1% lower than the Baird average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Canterbury Rise has the 12th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Baird and the 29th lowest crime rate of 285 local areas in Hastings .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.6%.

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 Canterbury Rise, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2011-08-04 | £360,790 |
| 2 Canterbury Rise, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2011-01-21 | £340,400 |
TN34 2HW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 2HW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacklands Primary School Osborne Close , Freshwater Avenue TN34 2HU | - not rated | 471 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Osborne Close , TN34 2HU | 4out of 4 | 471 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Junior School Parker Road , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 999 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Infants' School Elphinstone Avenue , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 999 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Community School Parker Road , TN34 3TH | - not rated | 1,271 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 | 503 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 503 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Helenswood Academy The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 1,837 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Helenswood School The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 1,837 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Grove Darwell Close , TN38 9JP | - not rated | 2,937 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stablecare 19 Cloudesley Road , TN37 6JW | - not rated | 1,875 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons School Beauchamp Road , TN38 9JU | - not rated | 1,915 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Virtual College (East) C/O New Horizons School , Beauchamp Road TN38 9JU | - not rated | 1,915 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| New Horizons School (Part of the Sabden Multi Academy Trust) Beauchamp Road , TN38 9JU | - not rated | 1,915 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton School 67 Sedlescombe Road South , TN38 0TJ | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | 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 | 801 yd | |
| Hastings United Sports & Social Club | Sports and Social Club, Elphinstone Road | 979 yd | |
| Eat @ The Park | Alexandra Park Cafe, Lower Park Road | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings & Bexhill Rugby Club | ARK William Parker Academy, Parkstone Road | 606 yd | |
| Hastings United Football Club | The Pilot Field, Elphinstone Road | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuryz | 11 Parkstone Parade, Hastings | 747 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy OSBORNE CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 447 yd |
| Ark Alexandra Academy PARKSTONE ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 502 yd |
| Alexandra Park ASHFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 959 yd |
| The Pilot Field Elphinstone Road | grass pitches | 1,021 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 | 83.3% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.