Turkey Road is in Bexhill-On-Sea and in Rother district. TN39 5HE is located in the Bexhill Sidley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexhill and Battle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Turkey Road, Bexhill-on-sea, TN39 5HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN39 5GB, TN39 4BS, TN39 5BE, TN39 5HB, TN39 5HQ, TN39 5JY, TN39 5HD, TN39 5GA, TN39 4BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TN39 5HE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.8% | 0.6% | 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 | 28.4% | 38.3% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 39.7% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 13.9% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 6.2% | -6.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 48.2% | 41.7% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 37.8% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 14.2% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 18% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 15.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 17.1% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 5.2% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 20.4% | 11.3% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 21.8% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.7% | 93.7% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 96.9% | 93.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 93.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Turkey Road was 76.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.6% higher than the Bexhill Old Town & Worsham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Turkey Road has the 24th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Bexhill Old Town & Worsham and the 89th highest crime rate of 306 local areas in Rother .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Turkey Road, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-12-06 | £397,185 |
| 48 Turkey Road, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2023-11-30 | £348,265 |
| 88 Turkey Road, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-11-21 | £273,656 |
| 72 Turkey Road, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-08-31 | £270,803 |
| 2 The Old Bakery Turkey Road, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2023-03-23 | £193,000 |
TN39 5HE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
TN39 5HE 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 | 59 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church of England Primary School, Bexhill All Saints Lane , Sidley TN39 5HA | 3out of 4 | 445 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenleigh Park Primary Academy Gunters Lane , TN39 4ED | 3out of 4 | 453 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Offa Primary Academy Down Road , TN39 4HS | 3out of 4 | 1,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chantry Community Primary School Barrack Road , TN40 2AT | 3out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School Buckhurst Road , TN40 1QE | 4out of 4 | 1,996 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexhill High Academy Gunters Lane , TN39 4BY | 3out of 4 | 635 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Richard's Catholic College Ashdown Road , TN40 1SE | 4out of 4 | 2,708 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexhill College Penland Road , TN40 2JG | - not rated | 2,534 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Workplace Down Road , TN39 4HS | - not rated | 1,389 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's School and 6th Form College Wrestwood Road , TN40 2LU | 1out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glyne Gap School School Place , Hastings Road TN40 2PU | 4out of 4 | 3,235 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Headstart Crouch Lane , Ninfield TN33 9EG | - not rated | 3,756 yd | Other independent special 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 Corner Cafe And Bakehouse | The Corner Cafe And Bakehouse, 64 Ninfield Road | 555 yd | |
| Windmill Drive Cafe | 1 Windmill Drive | 565 yd | |
| Cafe Express | 45 Ninfield Road | 584 yd | |
| Earls Mercantile | 21B Ninfield Road | 680 yd | |
| Cafe @ | Chestnut Meadow Camping & Caravan Park Ninfield Road | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose And Crown | The Rose And Crown Turkey Road | 606 yd | |
| The New Inn | 32 Ninfield Road | 694 yd | |
| Sidley Working Men's Club | 34A Holliers Hill | 1,012 yd | |
| Highwood Golf Club | 47 Ellerslie Lane | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rother Grill | 114 Ninfield Road | 357 yd | |
| Oriental Kitchen | 102 Ninfield Road | 393 yd | |
| Theeram Limited | Shop, 70 Ninfield Road | 542 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 68 Ninfield Road | 546 yd | |
| Bexhill Fried Chicken | 60 Ninfield Road | 588 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bexhill College Sports Hall (Closed) 57-59 57-59 Turkey Road | artificial grass pitch | 216 yd |
| Sidley Recreation Ground Canada Way | cycling, grass pitches | 520 yd |
| Bexhill College (Gunters Lane Playing Field) GUNTERS LANE | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Gullivers Sports Ground (Closed) North Road | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Bexhill Academy BEXHILL HIGH SCHOOL BEXHILL HIGH SCHOOL GUNTERS LANE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 722 yd |
| Bexhill High School (Gunters Lane Campus) (Closed) Bexhill High | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| St. Marys Recreation Ground St. Marys Lane | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Highwoods Golf Club ELLERSLIE LANE | golf | 1,049 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 74.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.