Postcode Analysis Eastbourne, South East

DITTONS ROAD, BN21 1DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DITTONS ROAD, BN21 1DW.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BN21 1DW's low deprivation rank, 59% ownership, and £534k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £534k. Property prices are trending down 52.0% year-on-year.

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

BN21 1DW is a mixed residential area on Dittons Road, 0.6km from Old Town in Eastbourne. Administratively it sits within Upperton ward and the Eastbourne constituency.

For families considering a move, BN21 1DW represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The 61 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £534k, down 52.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN21 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00106447 (shared with 14 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 BN21 1DW. The average age is 61.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 212,250

4 sales · Mean £ 243,187

Detached

£ 802,000

1 sales · Mean £ 802,000

Semi-Detached

£ 730,000

3 sales · Mean £ 688,333

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

Crime around BN21 1DW is moderate at 77 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 offences158
Anti-social behaviour94
Public order35
Criminal damage and arson31
Other theft25

school Local Schools

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Gildredge House

Good1233 pupils0.3 km
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St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School

Good438 pupils1.1 km
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Motcombe Infants' School

Good265 pupils1.2 km
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Bourne Primary School

Requires Improvement438 pupils1.3 km
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The Cavendish School

Good1347 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Arundel Hotel1.0 km
  • Devonshire Park Hotel1.0 km
  • The Manse0.0 km
  • Ravilious Hotel0.9 km
  • Merrifield0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

107 nearby
  • Cinema Café & Bar0.9 km
  • Devonshire Park Tennis Centre0.9 km
  • 'Light' Restaurant & Bar0.9 km
  • Bill's Restaurant1.0 km
  • Bolognesely0.9 km
  • + 102 more
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Retailers - Other

43 nearby
  • Edinburgh Woollen Mill0.9 km
  • Mace1.0 km
  • Millets0.9 km
  • News & Booze1.0 km
  • Premier Stores0.9 km
  • + 38 more
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Pub, NightClub

19 nearby
  • Duke of Devonshire1.0 km
  • NME0.9 km
  • Lamb Inn0.6 km
  • Prince Albert Public House0.5 km
  • Star Inn0.6 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Iceland1.0 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km
  • Waitrose0.5 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Dallas Chicken & Pizza1.0 km
  • Taco Bell1.0 km
  • Pizza Stop0.5 km
  • Curry King0.5 km
  • Mande0.5 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eastbourne0.6 km
  • Hampden Park2.9 km
  • Polegate5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Dittons Road0.1 km
  • Dittons Road0.1 km
  • Dittons Road0.2 km
  • Hartfield Road0.2 km
  • Hartfield Road0.2 km