BN23 5BA is a safe, established residential area on Samoa Way, 0.3km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
For serious buyers, BN23 5BA is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £324k, up 16.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00106416 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SAMOA WAY, BN23 5BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAMOA WAY, BN23 5BA.
585
45
£ 48,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BN23 5BA — age 45, 87% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £324k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 16.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN23 5BA. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 284,500
6 sales · Mean £ 268,833
Semi-Detached
£ 295,000
15 sales · Mean £ 295,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN23 5BA has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour 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
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Park Holidays Uk0.7 km
- 4 Seasons0.9 km
- ASDA Cafe1.0 km
- ASDA Staff Canteen1.0 km
- Di Lieto's Coffee Lounge0.9 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Boots The Chemist1.0 km
- Defiant Sports1.0 km
- Next1.0 km
- Sports Direct1.0 km
- TK Maxx1.0 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Seamoors Wine and Music Bar0.9 km
- Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club0.8 km
- The Garden Bar0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- ASDA1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Chippy0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pevensey & Westham1.8 km
- Pevensey Bay2.0 km
- Pevensey2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Samoa Way0.1 km
- Old Martello Road0.2 km
- Samoa Way0.2 km
- Old Martello Road0.2 km
- Tasmania Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN235BA · Data under Open Government Licence