Postcode Analysis Eastbourne, South East

MIDWAY QUAY, BN23 5DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MIDWAY QUAY, BN23 5DF.

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Population

183

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 48,700 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN23 5DF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BN23 5DF — age 54, 58% ownership, 42% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 8.4% year-on-year.

home £207,500 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN23 5DF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Midway Quay, 0.8km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.

For renters and young professionals, BN23 5DF offers members of this subgroup are likely to be married, and the numbers of households with children are above the group average. adults are more likely to be in the 25 to 44 age group, and older residents are also more prevalent than elsewhere in this group. the subgroup is less ethnically diverse than the group average, with slightly more white ethnic group members, and has more secular attitudes to religion than the group as a whole. residence in the social rented sector is very rare. households in this subgroup are more likely to own multiple cars than those assigned elsewhere in the group. students are relatively less common, although individuals are highly skilled and educated to degree standard. unemployment or part-time work is rare, and many individuals are employed in associate professional, technical, administrative or secretarial occupations. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

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 £207k, down 8.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5DF are sourced from Output Area E00167660 (shared with 4 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 5DF. The average age is 53.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian4.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 245,000

19 sales · Mean £ 277,263

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

BN23 5DF has low crime rates — 25 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.

Shoplifting33
Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour19
Other theft13
Drugs12

school Local Schools

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The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School

Good0.7 km
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St Catherine's College

Good1082 pupils1.1 km
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Langney Primary Academy

Good535 pupils1.2 km
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Tollgate Community Junior School

Good389 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

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

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
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • ASDA0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Chippy0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pevensey & Westham2.7 km
  • Pevensey Bay3.1 km
  • Pevensey3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Macquarie Quay0.2 km
  • Galveston Close0.4 km
  • Daytona Quay0.5 km
  • Galveston Close0.5 km
  • Daytona Quay0.5 km