Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

RATTLE ROAD, BN24 5DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RATTLE ROAD, BN24 5DF.

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

313

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 45,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. BN24 5DF's low deprivation rank, 72% ownership, and £455k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

BN24 5DF is a safe, established residential area on Rattle Road, 0.1km from Westham in Westham. Administratively it sits within Herstmonceux & Pevensey Levels ward and the Bexhill and Battle constituency.

For families considering a move, BN24 5DF represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £455k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN24 5DF are sourced from Output Area E00107742 (shared with 245 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 BN24 5DF. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 455,000

3 sales · Mean £ 438,333

Semi-Detached

£ 225,000

1 sales · Mean £ 225,000

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

BN24 5DF has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime2
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Pevensey and Westham CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement415 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Campsite Shop0.4 km
  • Westham News0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Heron0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Horeaus0.2 km
  • Old Swan Fish and Chips0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pevensey & Westham0.2 km
  • Pevensey1.2 km
  • Pevensey Bay1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Eastbourne Road0.1 km
  • Eastbourne Road0.1 km
  • Crossroads0.1 km
  • Crossroads0.1 km
  • Pevensey and Westham Railway Station0.2 km