79,624TOTAL POPULATION
37,784HOUSEHOLDS
4.7%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£53,560AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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BN3 POSTCODE REGION

Brighton (BN3)

The BN3 postcode area is located in the Brighton postcode town region, within the county of Sussex, and contains a total of 2534 individual postcodes.

There are 7 electoral wards in the BN3 postcode area, including Arundel, Brighton, Eastbourne, Hailsham, Hassocks, Henfield, Hove, Lancing, Lewes, Littlehampton, Newhaven, Peacehaven, Pevensey, Polegate, Seaford, Shoreham-By-Sea, Steyning, Worthing which come under the local authority of the Brighton and Hove Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 32% of people in BN3 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of BN3 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


BN3 is a postcode located in the city of Brighton and Hove, part of the British postcode system. It covers the eastern part of Hove, an affluent district in the south of the city and bordered by Portslade to the west and abutting the South Downs National Park. The area is particularly known for its beachside properties, attracting a wide range of people including families, young couples and retirees.

At BN3, the housing options are diverse and varied, ranging from large detached properties to smaller terrazces and converted apartments all within close proximity of the seafront. Amenities and attractions in the area are plentiful and include several good schools, from nurseries to secondary education as well as unique independent shops, trendy bars and popular restaurants. The area is well known for its many parks, gardens and green spaces, a leisure centre, shopping centre and a newly opened cinema and entertainment venue. It also offers strong transport links to the rest of Brighton & Hove, and those travelling further afield can easily commute to London by train, making it an ideal location for commuters.

Architecturally speaking, these distinct characteristics have allowed it to retain an identity of its own, where buildings of historical merit sit side-by-side with new developments. One nationally renowned landmark in particular, located on Marine Parade, is the King Alfred, a listed Art Deco built complex and residential apartments and leisure.

All in all, BN3 is an excellent choice for those seeking a seaside lifestyle with all the residential and commercial amenities you'd expect of a postcode fit for modern-day living, whilst maintaining charm and character of a pleasant place to call home.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 88%WORKING
  • 12%UNEMPLOYED

12% of people in BN3 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 32%AB
  • 51%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 32% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 78%WHITE
  • 22%NON-WHITE

78% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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BN3Sussex

Sussex

The county of Sussex

BN3 is located in the county of Sussex, in England.

Sussex has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.

Sussex has a total area of square miles, and a population density of people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

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Outward CodeBN3
Postal TownBrighton
MSOA NameBrighton and Hove 029
LSOA NameBrighton and Hove 029B
CountySussex
RegionSussex
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBrighton and Hove
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

BN3 Electoral Wards

The postal region of BN3, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Aldrington
Hangleton
Hove
Patcham
Preston
West Blatchington
Westdene
Withdean
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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