Postcode Analysis Eastbourne, South East

ENSENADA REEF, BN23 5AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ENSENADA REEF, BN23 5AF.

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Population

180

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 48,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN23 5AF 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.

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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN23 5AF's 52% ownership and 47-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £325k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 16.8% year-on-year.

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

BN23 5AF is a safe, established residential area on Ensenada Reef, 0.4km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.

For renters and young professionals, BN23 5AF offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k, up 16.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5AF are sourced from Output Area E00167656 (shared with 3 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 BN23 5AF. 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

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 253,250

12 sales · Mean £ 272,250

Terraced

£ 335,000

1 sales · Mean £ 335,000

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

BN23 5AF has low crime rates — 14 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 offences20
Anti-social behaviour13
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School

Good1.1 km
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St Catherine's College

Good1082 pupils1.2 km
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Langney Primary Academy

Good535 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Boots The Chemist0.7 km
  • Defiant Sports0.7 km
  • Next0.7 km
  • Sports Direct0.7 km
  • TK Maxx0.7 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Seamoors Wine and Music Bar0.5 km
  • Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club0.5 km
  • The Garden Bar0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • 4 Seasons0.5 km
  • ASDA Cafe0.7 km
  • ASDA Staff Canteen0.7 km
  • Di Lieto's Coffee Lounge0.5 km
  • Dolci0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • ASDA0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Chippy0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pevensey & Westham2.5 km
  • Pevensey Bay2.7 km
  • Pevensey2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Macquarie Quay0.3 km
  • Eugene Way0.3 km
  • Eugene Way0.3 km