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About St Leonards
St Leonards is a coastal town located in East Sussex, England, within the TN38 postcode area. It lies adjacent to Hastings and offers a mix of residential areas and seaside attractions. The town features a long pebble beach, which is popular with both locals and visitors. Along the seafront, you will find a variety of cafes and shops catering to different tastes.
The architecture in St Leonards is notable, with several buildings designed by the famous architect James Burton in the 19th century. The town also has a number of parks and gardens, providing spaces for relaxation and leisure activities. St Leonards is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to explore nearby areas, including the historic town of Hastings and the scenic countryside of East Sussex.
School Ratings in St Leonards
Families in St Leonards have access to 54 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in St Leonards
Homes sell for an average of £290K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £199K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in St Leonards
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across St Leonards, with 163 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in St Leonards
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places St Leonards within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.
Healthcare in St Leonards
There are 24 GP surgeries within three miles of St Leonards, the nearest being St Michaels Hospice (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for St Leonards
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Property Prices 4,509 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN38 postcode area.
Household Income in St Leonards ONS 2023
The average total household income in St Leonards is approximately £44,553 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,769. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,769.
Businesses in St Leonards ONS 2025
There are approximately 884 active businesses based in St Leonards, around 32 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in St Leonards IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, St Leonards experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.
Crime in St Leonards 721 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for St Leonards are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in St Leonards
Of the 11,886 households in and around St Leonards, 54% are owned, 20% are socially rented and 26% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering St Leonards.