BN23 5AP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Christchurch Place, 0.3km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN23, BN23 5AP offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 64) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £319k, down 5.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00167643 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHRISTCHURCH PLACE, BN23 5AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHRISTCHURCH PLACE, BN23 5AP.
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 5AP is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 5.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN23 5AP. 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
Flat
£ 307,500
36 sales · Mean £ 306,272
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN23 5AP has low crime rates — 25 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
St Catherine's College
The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School
Langney Primary Academy
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
- Eugene Way0.3 km
- Eugene Way0.3 km
- Tasmania Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN235AP · Data under Open Government Licence