BN23 5AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Howland Close, 0.4km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
For serious buyers, BN23 5AJ is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Average age 64 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 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 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £512k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5AJ are sourced from Output Area E00167643 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOWLAND CLOSE, BN23 5AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWLAND CLOSE, BN23 5AJ.
110
64
£ 48,700 /yr
26%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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 83% owner-occupation and an average age of 64, BN23 5AJ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £512k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN23 5AJ. The average age is 63.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 512,500
3 sales · Mean £ 494,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN23 5AJ has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Catherine's College
Langney Primary Academy
The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Boots The Chemist0.5 km
- Defiant Sports0.5 km
- Next0.5 km
- Sports Direct0.5 km
- TK Maxx0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Seamoors Wine and Music Bar0.5 km
- Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club0.3 km
- The Garden Bar0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- 4 Seasons0.5 km
- ASDA Cafe0.5 km
- ASDA Staff Canteen0.5 km
- Di Lieto's Coffee Lounge0.5 km
- Dolci0.5 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- ASDA0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Chippy0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pevensey & Westham2.1 km
- Pevensey Bay2.5 km
- Pevensey2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Medical Centre0.2 km
- Medical Centre0.2 km
- Pacific House0.3 km
- Pacific House0.3 km
- Tasmania Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN235AJ · Data under Open Government Licence