St Helens Road is in Hastings and in Hastings district. TN34 2LQ is located in the Braybrooke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hastings and Rye. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Helens Road, Hastings, TN34 2LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN34 2EZ, TN34 2EY, TN34 2LG, TN34 2EF, TN34 2EE, TN34 2LA, TN34 2LP, TN34 2EG, TN34 2LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN34 2LQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% 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 | 50.5% | 54.2% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 49.5% | 45.8% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TN34 2LQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.4% | 43.9% | -4.5% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.3% | 32.7% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 3.4% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 4.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 12.6% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.8% | 52.3% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 31.7% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 13% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 16.5% | 2.6% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 11.3% | -8.4% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 16% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.3% | 90.8% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 86.3% | 88.8% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 3.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 88.1% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 9.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 0.4% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 0.4% | -7.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67.6% | 37.2% | 30.4% |
| Christian | 16% | 46.2% | -30.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 11.1% | 6.0% | 5.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Helens Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Braybrooke average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 2 52 St Helens Road, Hastings, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £182,250 | 2025-02-28 | £169,073 |
| Flat 2 45 St Helens Road, Hastings, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-02-21 | £315,417 |
| Flat 1 45 St Helens Road, Hastings, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-12-17 | £165,330 |
| 27 St Helens Road, Hastings, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-07-05 | £147,650 |
| 41 St Helens Road, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2024-05-17 | £590,042 |
TN34 2LQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 2LQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elphinstone Junior School Parker Road , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 492 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Infants' School Elphinstone Avenue , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 492 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Community School Parker Road , TN34 3TH | - not rated | 723 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Baird Primary Academy Parker Road , TN34 3TH | 2out of 4 | 723 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blacklands Primary School Osborne Close , Freshwater Avenue TN34 2HU | - not rated | 761 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,725 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 1,725 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Helenswood Academy The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 3,043 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Helenswood School The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 3,043 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hillcrest School Rye Road , TN35 5DN | - not rated | 3,269 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 | 896 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Flagship School The Ridge , TN34 2AE | - not rated | 896 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stablecare 19 Cloudesley Road , TN37 6JW | - not rated | 1,675 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eat @ The Park | Alexandra Park Cafe, Lower Park Road | 334 yd | |
| One Twenty One | Shop and Premises, 120-122 Queens Road | 405 yd | |
| The Little Yard | Brittania Enterprise Centre, Waterworks Road | 419 yd | |
| Double Dragon | 3 St Helens Crescent, Hastings | 524 yd | |
| Muktha Tandoori | 75 Queens Road, Hastings | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewing Brothers @ The Imperial | The Imperial, 119 Queens Road | 477 yd | |
| The Fountain Pub | 93 Queens Road, Hastings | 566 yd | |
| Twelve Hundred Postcards | 80 Queens Road, Hastings | 626 yd | |
| The Prince Albert | 28 Cornwallis Street, Hastings | 656 yd | |
| Pissaro's Cafe Bar | 10 South Terrace, Hastings | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hughenden Fish Bar | 9 Hughenden Road, Hastings | 345 yd | |
| Fusion Queen | Shop and Premises, 168 Queens Road | 536 yd | |
| Oregano Leaf | Shop and Premises, 78 Queens Road | 553 yd | |
| Yongs | 75 Vicarage Road, Hastings | 554 yd | |
| Balti Hut | Shop and Premises, 72 Queens Road | 654 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Main Shop Floor | Morrisons, 170 Queens Road | 533 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Local, Station Plaza | 741 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit Vs1, Kings Walk | 850 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 1 Lacuna Place, Havelock Road | 930 yd | |
| More Choice | 2 Cambridge Road, Hastings | 1,017 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Baird Primary Academy PARKER ROAD | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Alexandra Park ASHFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 701 yd |
| Station Plaza Fitness STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite | 770 yd |
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy OSBORNE CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 790 yd |
| Amherst Lawn Tennis Club Amherst Gardens | tennis courts | 999 yd |
| Torfield Multi Use Games Area TORFIELD SCHOOL TORFIELD SCHOOL CROFT ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,016 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 | 63.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.