Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

MAURICE ROAD, BN25 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAURICE ROAD, BN25 1BQ.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 37,200 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN25 1BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

BN25 1BQ is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 88% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £694k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

BN25 1BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Maurice Road, 1.0km from Seaford in Seaford. Administratively it sits within Seaford South ward and the Lewes constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN25, BN25 1BQ offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £694k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN25 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00107063 (shared with 17 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 BN25 1BQ. The average age is 55.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 675,000

3 sales · Mean £ 653,000

Semi-Detached

£ 410,000

1 sales · Mean £ 410,000

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

BN25 1BQ has low crime rates — 15 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 offences10
Anti-social behaviour8
Other theft3
Public order3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Annecy Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement171 pupils0.6 km
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Seaford Head School

Outstanding1387 pupils0.7 km
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Seaford Primary School

Good412 pupils1.4 km
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Cuckmere House School

Outstanding88 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Seaford Football Club0.5 km
  • Crouch Bowling Club0.7 km
  • Seaford Constitutional Club0.7 km
  • The Cinque Ports0.8 km
  • The Crown Sports Bar0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Florence House Seaford Ltd0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • Mercread Youth Centre0.8 km
  • Micklefield Nursery School1.0 km
  • The Lodge Coffee Shop0.6 km
  • The View0.1 km
  • Frankie's Beach Cafe0.7 km
  • + 21 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • C Walbrin & Sons0.9 km
  • Gabriella's Fruit & Veg0.9 km
  • Grape Tree0.9 km
  • Scoop & Weigh0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Lucky House0.8 km
  • New Sun Rise0.9 km
  • Osbornes Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Seaford Pizza0.9 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Seaford1.1 km
  • Bishopstone (Hill Rise)2.6 km
  • Bishopstone (Hill Rise by Bus)2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Martello Fields0.4 km
  • Seaford Head Lower School0.4 km