Hove and Portslade
§ This page provides an overview of a UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area.
Hove and Portslade form part of the vibrant Brighton and Hove city area in East Sussex. Hove boasts a long pebble beach, elegant Regency architecture, and a lively mix of shops and restaurants. Portslade offers a quieter, more suburban atmosphere, with coastal views, historic buildings, and easy access to the South Downs for outdoor activities.
Wards in Hove and Portslade
Hove and Portslade is divided into 9 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Brunswick & Adelaide
- Central Hove
- Goldsmid
- Hangleton & Knoll
- North Portslade
- South Portslade
- Westbourne & Poets' Corner
- Westdene & Hove Park
- Wish
Hove and Portslade is a constituency that covers these wards in Brighton and Hove.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 18,851 | 18.51% | 1,962,885 | 20.93% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 7,421 | 7.29% | 714,721 | 7.62% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 15,332 | 15.06% | 1,147,461 | 12.23% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 23,487 | 23.06% | 1,842,715 | 19.65% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 20,853 | 20.48% | 1,865,056 | 19.88% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 15,895 | 15.61% | 1,846,995 | 19.69% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 75,190 | 74.06% | 78.84% | 74.42% |
| Other White | 10,036 | 9.88% | 6.32% | 6.15% |
| Any other ethnic group | 2,553 | 2.51% | 1.14% | 1.55% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 1,625 | 1.60% | 0.78% | 0.78% |
| White and Asian | 1,453 | 1.43% | 0.95% | 0.82% |
| Irish | 1,429 | 1.41% | 0.84% | 0.85% |
| Arab | 1,327 | 1.31% | 0.32% | 0.56% |
| Indian | 1,303 | 1.28% | 2.60% | 3.13% |
| Other Asian | 1,209 | 1.19% | 1.72% | 1.63% |
| African | 1,087 | 1.07% | 1.62% | 2.50% |
| White and Black African | 871 | 0.86% | 0.42% | 0.42% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 791 | 0.78% | 0.67% | 0.86% |
| Chinese | 779 | 0.77% | 0.69% | 0.75% |
| Bangladeshi | 771 | 0.76% | 0.43% | 1.08% |
| Roma | 306 | 0.30% | 0.14% | 0.17% |
| Caribbean | 291 | 0.29% | 0.47% | 1.05% |
| Pakistani | 289 | 0.28% | 1.57% | 2.66% |
| Other Black | 180 | 0.18% | 0.30% | 0.50% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 39 | 0.04% | 0.18% | 0.11% |