Willowbed Walk is in Hastings and in Hastings district. TN34 2QL is located in the Conquest 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 Willowbed Walk, Hastings, TN34 2QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN34 2QJ, TN34 2QP, TN34 2NZ, TN34 2NX, TN34 2NY, TN34 2PA, TN34 2QU, TN34 2QT, TN34 2RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN34 2QL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 52.8% | 52.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 47.2% | 47.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 2QL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 14.8% | 16% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -21.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.4% | 61.8% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.1% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 14.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
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 | 32.3% | 41.2% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 42.7% | 35.8% | -6.9% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 19% | 17.3% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 31.9% | 24.2% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13.7% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 9.3% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 16.3% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 24.2% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 6% | 3.1% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 93.5% | 91.3% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Arab | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 93.1% | 90.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 4.6% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 90.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willowbed Walk was 7.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.9% lower than the Baird average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Willowbed Walk has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Baird and the 5th lowest crime rate of 285 local areas in Hastings .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Willowbed Walk, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-04-17 | £263,831 |
| 13 Willowbed Walk, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2025-03-26 | £299,328 |
| 3 Willowbed Walk, Hastings, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £382,000 | 2025-03-21 | £368,313 |
| 19 Willowbed Walk, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £304,000 | 2025-03-13 | £291,653 |
| 7 Willowbed Walk, Hastings, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2022-08-19 | £383,278 |
TN34 2QL 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 2QL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 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 | 1,250 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Osborne Close , TN34 2HU | 4out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Ridge Community Primary School Little Ridge Avenue , TN37 7LR | - not rated | 1,453 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy Little Ridge Avenue , TN37 7LR | 4out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elphinstone Junior School Parker Road , TN34 2DE | - not rated | 1,616 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 | 563 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 563 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Helenswood Academy The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Helenswood School The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Hastings Academy Rye Road , TN35 5DN | 2out of 4 | 3,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Horizons School Beauchamp Road , TN38 9JU | - not rated | 1,974 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Virtual College (East) C/O New Horizons School , Beauchamp Road TN38 9JU | - not rated | 1,974 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 | 1,974 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakridge School 3 Haywood Way , Ivyhouse Industrial Estate TN35 4PL | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton School 67 Sedlescombe Road South , TN38 0TJ | - not rated | 2,524 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Box | The Hastings Centre, The Ridge | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings & Bexhill Rugby Club | ARK William Parker Academy, Parkstone Road | 316 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuryz | 11 Parkstone Parade, Hastings | 308 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Supermarket, 32-36 Little Ridge Avenue | 943 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ark Alexandra Academy PARKSTONE ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Sandhurst Recreation Ground SANDHURST GARDENS | grass pitches | 979 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 | 96.6% |
| 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 | 3.4% |
| Median download speed | 27.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.36 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.