Parsonage Lane is in Westfield, Hastings and in Rother district. TN35 4SH is located in the Sedlescombe & Westfield 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 Parsonage Lane, Westfield, Hastings, TN35 4SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN35 4SH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 51.9% | 52.8% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48.1% | 47.2% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22% | 27.6% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 50.8% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 13.8% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 5.7% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.8% | 55% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 31.1% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 8.6% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 4.7% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 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 | 16.1% | 15.6% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 5.8% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 15.3% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 18.3% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.6% | 36.9% | -1.7% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 92.7% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 93.8% | 91.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 91.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 2.8% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parsonage Lane was 27.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.3% higher than the Brede & Udimore average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Parsonage Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Brede & Udimore and the 86th lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in Rother .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Winds Parsonage Lane, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2017-06-21 | £1,013,020 |
| Four Winds Parsonage Lane, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £586,500 | 2015-03-17 | £939,378 |
| Swallow Barn Parsonage Lane, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2006-02-10 | £961,000 |
| Carpenters Parsonage Lane, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2003-04-17 | £832,085 |
| French Gardens Parsonage Lane, Hastings, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2001-07-06 | £314,052 |
TN35 4SH 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.
TN35 4SH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield School Main Road , Westfield TN35 4QE | 3out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedlescombe Church of England Primary School Brede Lane , Sedlescombe TN33 0RQ | 3out of 4 | 3,224 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedlescombe CofE Primary School Brede Lane , Sedlescombe TN33 0RQ | - not rated | 3,224 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Ridge Community Primary School Little Ridge Avenue , TN37 7LR | - not rated | 3,403 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy Little Ridge Avenue , TN37 7LR | 4out of 4 | 3,403 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Helenswood Academy The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 3,041 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Helenswood School The Ridge , TN37 7PS | - not rated | 3,041 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| William Parker Sports College Parkstone Road , TN34 2NT | - not rated | 4,442 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 4,442 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont School Baldslow , TN37 7PW | - not rated | 1,724 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hastings Tutorial Unit 2 Tile Barn Road , TN38 9QU | - not rated | 4,249 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons School Beauchamp Road , TN38 9JU | - not rated | 4,499 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Virtual College (East) C/O New Horizons School , Beauchamp Road TN38 9JU | - not rated | 4,499 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 | 4,499 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 227.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.