Postcode Analysis Eastbourne, South East

WELLINGTON CLOSE, BN23 5AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLINGTON CLOSE, BN23 5AR.

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Population

144

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 48,700 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BN23 5AR's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £577k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

BN23 5AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Wellington Close, 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 5AR offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% 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 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £577k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00167644 (shared with 5 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 5AR. The average age is 53.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 526,250

2 sales · Mean £ 526,250

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

BN23 5AR has low crime rates — 38 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.

Shoplifting40
Violence and sexual offences34
Anti-social behaviour32
Other theft10
Criminal damage and arson9

school Local Schools

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St Catherine's College

Good1082 pupils0.8 km
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The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School

Good1.0 km
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Langney Primary Academy

Good535 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Boots The Chemist0.4 km
  • Defiant Sports0.4 km
  • Next0.4 km
  • Sports Direct0.4 km
  • TK Maxx0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Seamoors Wine and Music Bar0.4 km
  • Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club0.3 km
  • The Garden Bar0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

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

1 nearby
  • ASDA0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Chippy0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pevensey & Westham2.1 km
  • Pevensey Bay2.5 km
  • Pevensey2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Medical Centre0.2 km
  • Medical Centre0.2 km
  • Pacific House0.3 km
  • Pacific House0.3 km
  • Tasmania Way0.4 km