We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Pevensey in Eastbourne from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Pevensey older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Pevensey and Eastbourne? Is Pevensey an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
How many residents own or rent their home in Pevensey and Eastbourne
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Pevensey either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 69.92 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 30.08 of Pevensey residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's | 69.92% | 30.08% |
| Eastbourne | 59.7% | 40.3% |
| South East | 65.66% | 34.34% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Pevensey has a higher level of home ownership than than the national average.
Pevensey compared to other wards in Eastbourne
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ratton | 78.4% | 21.6% |
| 2 | Old Town (Eastbourne) | 73.96% | 26.04% |
| 3 | St Anthony's | 69.92% | 30.08% |
| 4 | Sovereign | 68.34% | 31.66% |
| 5 | Meads | 58.93% | 41.07% |
| 6 | Langney | 57.09% | 42.91% |
| 7 | Upperton | 53.51% | 46.49% |
| 8 | Hampden Park | 48.48% | 51.52% |
| 9 | Devonshire | 38.85% | 61.15% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Pevensey Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Pevensey residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | St Anthony's | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 19.94% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 11.41% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 17.08% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.67% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 19.08% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 22.83% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Pevensey?
The largest employment sector in Pevensey is Professional Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Professional Occupations | 14.55% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 13.35% |
| Skilled Trades | 12.62% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 11.49% |
| Elementary Occupations | 10.68% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 10.31% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 9.96% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 7.03% |
Pevensey Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Eastbourne.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne | 4.6% | -0.8% |
| South East | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 54.04% |
| In Part-Time Work | 31.75% |
| Unemployed | 4.64% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Pevensey Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in St Anthony's.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Pevensey Health Statistics
St Anthony's has a lower proportion of residents (very_good_pc-$ward_health->very_good_pc, 2)%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's | 44.4% | 35.1% | 14.74% | 4.46% | 1.3% |
| Eastbourne | 43.23% | 35.25% | 15.25% | 4.86% | 1.42% |
| South East | 49.98% | 34.01% | 11.77% | 3.31% | 0.93% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Eastbourne changed since 2011?
Eastbourne residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 0.01% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 43.07% | 35.4% | 15.34% | 4.74% | 1.45% |
| 2021 | 43.23% | 35.25% | 15.25% | 4.86% | 1.42% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Pevensey & Eastbourne Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Pevensey in the Eastbourne local area district.
Pevensey has a lower rate of immigrants than Eastbourne, the South East region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's | 90.14% | 9.86% |
| Eastbourne | 84.8% | 15.2% |
| South East | 84.24% | 15.76% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Pevensey compared to other wards in Eastbourne
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Devonshire | 72.23% | 27.77% |
| 2 | Meads | 78.72% | 21.28% |
| 3 | Upperton | 80.77% | 19.23% |
| 4 | Ratton | 87.59% | 12.41% |
| 5 | Sovereign | 87.79% | 12.21% |
| 6 | Old Town | 89.37% | 10.63% |
| 7 | Hampden Park | 89.78% | 10.22% |
| 8 | St Anthony's | 90.14% | 9.86% |
| 9 | Langney | 90.88% | 9.12% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Pevensey and Eastbourne?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Eastbourne including Pevensey. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Devonshire | 14460 |
| Hampden Park | 11019 |
| Langney | 10658 |
| Meads | 11769 |
| Old Town | 11204 |
| Ratton | 9672 |
| Sovereign | 12477 |
| St Anthony's | 11426 |
| Upperton | 10639 |
| Eastbourne Total | 103324 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
