BN23 5AB is a safe, established residential area on Callao Quay, 0.5km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £239k, down 3.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5AB are sourced from Output Area E00167656 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CALLAO QUAY, BN23 5AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALLAO QUAY, BN23 5AB.
180
47
£ 48,700 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN23 5AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 52% owner-occupation and average age 47, BN23 5AB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 3.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN23 5AB. The average age is 46.6. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 225,500
32 sales · Mean £ 241,615
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN23 5AB has low crime rates — 20 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 Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School
St Catherine's College
Langney Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Boots The Chemist0.6 km
- Defiant Sports0.6 km
- Next0.6 km
- Sports Direct0.6 km
- TK Maxx0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Seamoors Wine and Music Bar0.5 km
- Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club0.5 km
- The Garden Bar0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- 4 Seasons0.5 km
- ASDA Cafe0.6 km
- ASDA Staff Canteen0.6 km
- Di Lieto's Coffee Lounge0.5 km
- Dolci0.5 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- ASDA0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Chippy0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pevensey & Westham2.5 km
- Pevensey Bay2.8 km
- Pevensey2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Macquarie Quay0.2 km
- Eugene Way0.3 km
- Eugene Way0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN235AB · Data under Open Government Licence