BN23 5AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Macquarie Quay, 0.7km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 52 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £268k, down 2.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5AU are sourced from Output Area E00167658 (shared with 2 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MACQUARIE QUAY, BN23 5AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MACQUARIE QUAY, BN23 5AU.
173
52
£ 48,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN23 5AU 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.
Area Character
BN23 5AU is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 52 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 2.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN23 5AU. The average age is 51.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 236,250
26 sales · Mean £ 247,976
Terraced
£ 347,500
6 sales · Mean £ 344,158
Semi-Detached
£ 325,000
1 sales · Mean £ 325,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN23 5AU has low crime rates — 35 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
The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School
St Catherine's College
Langney Primary Academy
Tollgate Community Junior 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 Bar0.3 km
- Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club0.4 km
- The Garden Bar0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- 4 Seasons0.3 km
- ASDA Cafe0.5 km
- ASDA Staff Canteen0.5 km
- Di Lieto's Coffee Lounge0.3 km
- Dolci0.3 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- ASDA0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Chippy0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pevensey & Westham2.6 km
- Pevensey Bay3.0 km
- Pevensey3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Macquarie Quay0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BN235AU · Data under Open Government Licence