10,201TOTAL POPULATION
4,312HOUSEHOLDS
4.1%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£37,960AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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BN42 POSTCODE REGION

Brighton (BN42)

The BN42 postcode area is located in the Brighton postcode town region, within the county of West Sussex, and contains a total of 291 individual postcodes.

There are 5 electoral wards in the BN42 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 Adur Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in BN42 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 BN42 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


BN42 is a postcode in the city of Brighton and Hove in East Sussex, United Kingdom. It covers the city's Eastbourne Valley area, which is located at the eastern end of Brighton's main shopping area. BN42 includes Moulsecoomb, East Moulsecoomb and Bevendean neighbourhoods, which all offer good transport links and access to public services, such as health and education. As a result, BN42 is a popular area for students and young professionals.

The population of BN42 is around 4,300 and the area is highly diverse with residents from a range of backgrounds. There are plenty of things to keep residents busy, including Brighton Park, Preston Park and Witcham Park. The postcode is also home to popular amenities, such as Preston Park railway station, the University of Brighton and the University of Sussex.

Property prices in BN42 are relatively low compared to other nearby postcodes, making it a popular choice for first-time buyers and those looking for an affordable place to live. Housing stock ranges from one-bedroom flats to large detached homes and includes a number of modern developments like The Oberons, Brightwell Quay and East Brighton Village.

BN42 is well-served by public transport, with direct bus and rail links to other parts of Brighton, as well as nearby towns like Lewes, Hove and Worthing. The district is also just a stone's throw from the coast, offering an agreeable mix of urban and coastal environments. It's a great place to live, given its stunning parks, good transport and a great choice of amenities.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91%WORKING
  • 9%UNEMPLOYED

9% of people in BN42 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 18%AB
  • 59%C2/C2
  • 22%DE

According to census records, 18% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 90%WHITE
  • 10%NON-WHITE

90% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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BN42West Sussex

West Sussex

The county of West Sussex

BN42 is located in the county of West Sussex, in England.

West Sussex has a total population of 843,800, making it the 28th largest county in the UK.

West Sussex has a total area of 770 square miles, and a population density of 423 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

West Sussex Postal Town Map
Outward CodeBN42
Postal TownBrighton
MSOA NameAdur 004
LSOA NameAdur 004A
CountyWest Sussex
RegionWest Sussex
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityAdur
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

BN42 Electoral Wards

The postal region of BN42, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Fishersgate
Mile Oak
Portslade-By-Sea
Portslade Village
Southern Cross
Southwick
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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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