BN22 0DG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Willingdon Park Drive, 0.6km from Willingdon in Eastbourne. Administratively it sits within Ratton ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN22, BN22 0DG offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 58) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £645k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN22 0DG are sourced from Output Area E00106335 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WILLINGDON PARK DRIVE, BN22 0DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLINGDON PARK DRIVE, BN22 0DG.
233
58
£ 41,000 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 89% owner-occupation and an average age of 58, BN22 0DG is established retirement territory. With £645k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN22 0DG. The average age is 57.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 392,000
2 sales · Mean £ 392,000
Detached
£ 360,000
3 sales · Mean £ 511,666
Terraced
£ 290,000
1 sales · Mean £ 290,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN22 0DG has low crime rates — 18 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.
school Local Schools
The Lindfield School
Oakwood Primary Academy
The Eastbourne Academy
Parkland Junior School
Parkland Infant School
College Central
Ratton School
Summerdown School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Hampden Park Sports Centre0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- Premier - Broadway Convenience LTD0.5 km
- Willingdon Village Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Downsview Butchers0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Miha's Cafe0.5 km
- Cafe Willingdon0.8 km
- Thai Village Restaurant0.7 km
- Trawlers Fish Restaurant0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.4 km
- Tesco0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Broadway Chippy0.5 km
- Broadway Kebabs0.5 km
- Charlie Chans0.5 km
- New China0.5 km
- China Garden0.8 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Chalk Farm Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Red Lion Public House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hampden Park1.4 km
- Polegate2.2 km
- Eastbourne4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Elderwood Close0.2 km
- Elderwood Close0.2 km
- Friston Avenue0.2 km
- Acacia Road0.3 km
- Lindfield Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN220DG · Data under Open Government Licence