Postcode Analysis Eastbourne, South East

BARRIER REEF WAY, BN23 5PE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRIER REEF WAY, BN23 5PE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

201

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 48,700 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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1/10
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2/10
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6/10
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8/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN23 5PE combines high owner-occupation (98%), strong property values (£465k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £465k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 16.1% year-on-year.

home £465,000 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN23 5PE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Barrier Reef Way, 0.4km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.

For serious buyers, BN23 5PE is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 98% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k, up 16.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5PE are sourced from Output Area E00167645 (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 5PE. The average age is 52.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.0%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean4.0%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 420,000

9 sales · Mean £ 428,444

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

BN23 5PE has low crime rates — 28 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.

Anti-social behaviour28
Violence and sexual offences28
Shoplifting8
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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St Catherine's College

Good1082 pupils0.8 km
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Langney Primary Academy

Good535 pupils1.1 km
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The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School

Good1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

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

3 nearby
  • Seamoors Wine and Music Bar0.6 km
  • Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club0.4 km
  • The Garden Bar0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

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

1 nearby
  • ASDA0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Chippy0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pevensey & Westham2.0 km
  • Pevensey Bay2.4 km
  • Pevensey2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Medical Centre0.1 km
  • Medical Centre0.1 km
  • Pacific House0.2 km
  • Tasmania Way0.2 km
  • Pacific House0.2 km