Bedford Avenue is in Bexhill-On-Sea and in Rother district. TN40 1ND is located in the Bexhill Sackville 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 Bedford Avenue, Bexhill-on-sea, TN40 1ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TN40 1NJ, TN40 1PR, TN40 1NG, TN40 1NH, TN40 1EN, TN40 1NW, TN40 1NP, TN40 1HZ, TN40 1NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TN40 1ND has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.7% of the population 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 | 58.4% | 57.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 6.7% |
| Male | 41.6% | 42.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -6.7% |
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 | 23.8% | 27.8% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.8% | 39.8% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 15% | 15.6% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 16.1% | 13.8% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.5% | 29.5% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -18.9% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 35.8% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 27.3% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 14.6% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 22.9% | 19.5% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 8.2% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 15.9% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.2% | 3.5% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 15.9% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 30.5% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 8.5% | 4.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.2% | 92.9% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 90% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 90% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 3.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 90.4% | 89.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 8.5% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.6% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bedford Avenue was 71.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.8% lower than the Bexhill Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bedford Avenue has the 12th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Bexhill Central and the 97th highest crime rate of 306 local areas in Rother .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17A Bedford Avenue, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-09-27 | £229,306 |
| 17C Bedford Avenue, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £113,500 | 2021-01-25 | £126,682 |
| 11A Bedford Avenue, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-11-04 | £248,750 |
| 15A Bedford Avenue, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2020-06-12 | £164,430 |
| 3 Cheam Lodge, 19 Bedford Avenue, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2019-08-02 | £175,262 |
TN40 1ND 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TN40 1ND area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 151 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 49 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School Buckhurst Road , TN40 1QE | 4out of 4 | 586 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chantry Community Primary School Barrack Road , TN40 2AT | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Offa Primary Academy Down Road , TN39 4HS | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School Hastings Road , TN40 2ND | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pebsham Primary Academy School Place , TN40 2PU | 3out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Richard's Catholic College Ashdown Road , TN40 1SE | 4out of 4 | 655 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexhill High Academy Gunters Lane , TN39 4BY | 3out of 4 | 2,678 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Leonards Academy Edinburgh Campus, , Edinburgh Road TN38 8HH | 3out of 4 | 4,526 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexhill College Penland Road , TN40 2JG | - not rated | 1,258 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 | 1,294 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 | 1,357 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glyne Gap School School Place , Hastings Road TN40 2PU | 4out of 4 | 1,678 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saxon Mount School Edinburgh Road , TN38 8HH | 3out of 4 | 4,581 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sackville Bistro | The Sackville Apartments De La Warr Parade | 178 yd | |
| Cinnamon Cafe | 8 Sea Road | 455 yd | |
| The Old Bathing Station | Russells Bathing Station De La Warr Parade | 457 yd | |
| Louis Fish Restaurant | 32 Sea Road | 464 yd | |
| Chucky's Baristro | Bexhill Railway Station Sea Road | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brickmakers Ale House | 27 Sea Road | 416 yd | |
| Royal Sovereign | Royal Sovereign, 15 Sea Road | 417 yd | |
| Milligans | Bar Wilton Road | 574 yd | |
| The Harp | The Harp, 35 Devonshire Road | 668 yd | |
| R.A.F.A Albatross Club | 15 - 16 Marina Arcade | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong House | 7 Sea Road | 422 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | 4 Sea Road | 457 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 18A Sea Road | 466 yd | |
| Mini Berthas | 47 Marina | 553 yd | |
| Subway | 18 Devonshire Road | 729 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 44 Devonshire Road | 743 yd | |
| Co-Op | Cooperative Retail Services Ltd, 22 - 26 Western Road | 820 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 Buckhurst Place | 920 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gullivers Bowls Club Knole Road | indoor bowls | 315 yd |
| Bexhill Squash And Social Club (Closed) Rear of Homewarr House Rear of Homewarr House De la Warr Parade | squash courts | 472 yd |
| St Richards Catholic College Ashdown Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 568 yd |
| Bexhill Youth And Community Centre STATION ROAD | 701 yd | |
| Tl Health Club (Closed) 28-32 28-32 Western Road | health and fitness suite | 872 yd |
| Battle Abbey Prep School THE GATE THE GATE HASTINGS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,072 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 | 42.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.