Plough Lane is in St. Leonards-On-Sea and in Hastings district. TN37 7LH is located in the Ashdown 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 Plough Lane, St. Leonards-on-sea, TN37 7LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN37 7LN, TN37 7LJ, TN37 7LW, TN37 7LB, TN37 7LA, TN37 7LD, TN37 7JY, TN37 7LL, TN37 7RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN37 7LH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 50.4% | 53.7% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 49.6% | 46.3% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 34.6% | 40.3% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 37.2% | -12.1% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 3.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 12.1% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.5% | 47.6% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 35.6% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 11.1% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.2% | 22.2% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 15.2% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.3% | 17.8% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.8% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 17.4% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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 | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 92.4% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 98.2% | 96.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 27.8% | 13.5% | 14.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.8% | 37.2% | 21.6% |
| Christian | 31.3% | 46.2% | -14.9% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plough Lane was 54.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.6% lower than the Ashdown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Plough Lane has the 10th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Ashdown and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 289 local areas in Hastings .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Plough Lane, St Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-12-02 | £251,123 |
| 6 Plough Lane, St Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-02-25 | £277,823 |
| 8 Plough Lane, St Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £200,900 | 2017-10-27 | £249,421 |
| 5 Plough Lane, St Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2017-10-26 | £229,681 |
| 8 Plough Lane, St Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2012-03-23 | £279,532 |
TN37 7LH 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 | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy Little Ridge Avenue , TN37 7LR | 3out of 4 | 319 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollington Primary Academy Hollington Old Lane , TN38 9DS | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale Primary Academy Silverdale Primary Academy , TN37 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchwood Primary Academy Church-in-the-Wood Lane , TN38 9PB | 3out of 4 | 1,571 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robsack Wood Primary Academy Whatlington Way , TN38 9TE | 4out of 4 | 2,556 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Alexandra Academy Park Avenue , William Parker Campus TN34 2PG | 2out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Leonards Academy Edinburgh Campus, , Edinburgh Road TN38 8HH | 3out of 4 | 3,574 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hastings Academy Rye Road , TN35 5DN | 3out of 4 | 4,835 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 (Part of the Sabden Multi Academy Trust) Beauchamp Road , TN38 9JU | 4out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Claremont School Baldslow , TN37 7PW | - not rated | 1,714 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saxon Mount School Edinburgh Road , TN38 8HH | 3out of 4 | 3,541 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansdowne Children's Centre Care of: Children's Social Services , Ocean House TN37 6LW | - not rated | 3,596 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Flagship School 40 Collier Road , TN34 3JR | - not rated | 4,119 yd | Free schools special | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury Restaurant | Sainsbury's, John Macadam Way | 554 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | 5 John Macadam Way, St Leonards-on-sea | 554 yd | |
| Emmaus | Emmaus Hastings and Rother, 2 Whitworth Road | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill | The Windmill, 1 John Macadam Way | 425 yd | |
| Harrow, The | 828 The Ridge, St Leonards-on-sea | 790 yd | |
| Royal Albert | The Royal Albert, 293 Battle Road | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollington Fish and Chips | Shop and Premises, 126 Battle Road | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | John Macadam Way, St Leonards-on-sea | 554 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative | 290 Battle Road, St Leonards-on-sea | 623 yd | |
| Tesco | Supermarket, 32-36 Little Ridge Avenue | 677 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Service Club The Clubhhouse The Clubhhouse Harrow Lane | 143 yd | |
| Harrow Lane Recreation Ground (Closed) Harrow Lane | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Hollington Youth Centre WISHING TREE ROAD NORTH | 868 yd | |
| Workplace Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) The Ridge West | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,044 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.