BN23 5AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on La Serena Place, 0.4km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN23, BN23 5AE offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, up 16.7% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5AE are sourced from Output Area E00167655 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LA SERENA PLACE, BN23 5AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA SERENA PLACE, BN23 5AE.
229
46
£ 48,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN23 5AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BN23 5AE — age 46, 83% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 16.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN23 5AE. The average age is 46.1. 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
Terraced
£ 315,000
3 sales · Mean £ 332,500
Detached
£ 412,000
1 sales · Mean £ 412,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN23 5AE has low crime rates — 17 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 & Westham2.4 km
- Pevensey Bay2.7 km
- Pevensey2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Macquarie Quay0.2 km
- Eugene Way0.3 km
- Eugene Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN235AE · Data under Open Government Licence