Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

RATTLE ROAD, BN24 5DQ House Prices & Local Information

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

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

266

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 45,500 /yr

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Employed

43%

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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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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1/10
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5/10
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10/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN24 5DQ combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£675k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

BN24 5DQ is a sought-after residential area on Rattle Road, 0.4km from Westham in Westham. Administratively it sits within Stone Cross ward and the Bexhill and Battle constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN24, BN24 5DQ offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. 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 55 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £675k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN24 5DQ are sourced from Output Area E00107741 (shared with 6 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 5DQ. The average age is 54.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

£ 675,000

1 sales · Mean £ 675,000

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

BN24 5DQ has low crime rates — 10 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 offences6
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order4
Other theft3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Pevensey and Westham CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement415 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Campsite Shop0.7 km
  • Westham News0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Heron0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Horeaus0.4 km
  • Old Swan Fish and Chips0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pevensey & Westham0.5 km
  • Pevensey1.4 km
  • Pevensey Bay1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Rattle Road0.0 km
  • Rattle Road0.1 km
  • Pevensey Park Road0.2 km
  • Pevensey Park Road0.2 km
  • Castle View Gardens0.2 km