Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

GILBERTS DRIVE, BN20 0DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GILBERTS DRIVE, BN20 0DL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

294

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BN20 0DL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN20 0DL combines high owner-occupation (59%), strong property values (£550k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 52.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN20 0DL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Gilberts Drive, 0.3km from Friston in East Dean and Friston. Administratively it sits within South Downs ward and the Lewes constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £550k, down 52.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN20 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00107527 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN20 0DL. The average age is 55.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 550,000

3 sales · Mean £ 648,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BN20 0DL has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Barn Stores0.2 km
  • Downland Butchers0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Sheppard's Cafe0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eastbourne5.3 km
  • Hampden Park6.5 km
  • Polegate7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Village Hall Car Park0.1 km
  • East Dean Garage0.1 km
  • East Dean Garage0.2 km
  • East Dean0.2 km
  • East Dean Garage0.2 km