Athelstan Road is in Hastings and in Hastings district. TN35 5JB is located in the Old Hastings 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 Athelstan Road, Hastings, TN35 5JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN35 5PE, TN35 5NG, TN35 5JA, TN35 5JT, TN35 5NQ, TN35 5LF, TN35 5NE, TN35 5JD, TN35 5LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN35 5JB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.2% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 37.6% | 38% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 38.8% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 11% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 44.8% | 46.8% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 39% | 36.5% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 13% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 20.4% | 14.7% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.8% | 11.3% | -9.5% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 18.5% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.2% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13.9% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 34.5% | 14.9% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.5% | 97.3% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 95.6% | 94% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 94% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.3% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.4% | 37.2% | 24.2% |
| Christian | 31.2% | 46.2% | -15.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Athelstan Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Old Hastings 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. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Athelstan Road, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-12-18 | £407,829 |
| 66 Athelstan Road, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-11-15 | £285,889 |
| 25 Athelstan Road, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-10-03 | £361,494 |
| 70 Athelstan Road, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2024-06-28 | £270,080 |
| 56 Athelstan Road, Hastings, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-06-28 | £282,609 |
TN35 5JB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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 5JB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints CofE Junior Academy Githa Road , TN35 5JU | 3out of 4 | 220 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley Infant Academy Harold Road , TN35 5NJ | 2out of 4 | 527 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings Old London Road , TN35 5NA | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandown Primary School and Nursery The Ridge , TN34 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Castledown Primary Academy Priory Road , TN34 3QT | 3out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hastings Academy Rye Road , TN35 5DN | 3out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 2,977 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torfield School Croft Road , TN34 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Flagship School 40 Collier Road , TN34 3JR | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Free schools special | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Lansdowne Children's Centre Care of: Children's Social Services , Ocean House TN37 6LW | - not rated | 3,760 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons School (Part of the Sabden Multi Academy Trust) Beauchamp Road , TN38 9JU | 4out of 4 | 4,453 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckswood School Rye Road , Guestling TN35 4LT | - not rated | 5,235 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shearbarn Holiday Park | Barley Lane, Hastings | 468 yd | |
| Bus Stop Bakery and Tearooms | 278 Priory Road, Hastings | 541 yd | |
| Rustico Neapolitan Street Food | 395 Old London Road, Hastings | 668 yd | |
| KFC Express | 472-474 Old London Road, Hastings | 772 yd | |
| Sunflower Cafe | Ore Community Centre, Old London Road | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clive Vale Social Club | 84-86 Athelstan Road, Hastings | 280 yd | |
| Ashburnham Arms Public House | 104 Ashburnham Road, Hastings | 319 yd | |
| St Marys Social Club | 53 Mount Road, Hastings | 400 yd | |
| Old King John | 39-43 Middle Road, Hastings | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 211 Harold Road, Hastings | 139 yd | |
| Peking Takeway | 59 Mount Road, Hastings | 400 yd | |
| Lighthouse | 284 Priory Road, Hastings | 557 yd | |
| New Chop Suey House | 286 Priory Road, Hastings | 557 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 464 Old London Road, Hastings | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 4-6 Fairlight Road, Hastings | 851 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 397 Old London Road, Hastings | 878 yd | |
| ALDI | Rye Road, Hastings | 1,051 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dave Brown Memorial Playing Fields Dave Brown Memorial Playing fields Dave Brown Memorial Playing fields BARLEY LANE | grass pitches | 381 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 | 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.