BN26 5AU is a sought-after residential area on Brightling Road, 0.6km from Polegate in Polegate. Administratively it sits within Polegate South & Willingdon Watermill ward and the Lewes constituency.
For serious buyers, BN26 5AU is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents here average 60 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 93% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £460k, down 6.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN26 5AU are sourced from Output Area E00107769 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIGHTLING ROAD, BN26 5AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIGHTLING ROAD, BN26 5AU.
249
60
£ 38,500 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
BN26 5AU is a settled retirement community — average age 60, 93% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £460k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 6.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN26 5AU. The average age is 60.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 273,500
5 sales · Mean £ 332,800
Detached
£ 530,000
1 sales · Mean £ 530,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN26 5AU has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
Willingdon Community School
Polegate Primary School
Willingdon Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Warm Hub Polegate Community Centre0.8 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Polegate Community Express0.6 km
- Polegate News0.5 km
- Scent a Veg0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Horse & Groom0.5 km
- Royal British legion Club Ltd0.7 km
- Thoroughbred Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Cherry Tree Eatery0.6 km
- The Mill Cafe0.5 km
- The Viceroy0.8 km
- Your Cafe and Bakery Ltd0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.3 km
- The Co-operative Group Food Limited0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Calamar0.6 km
- New Kao Wah0.6 km
- Polegate Fisheries0.5 km
- Snack Attack0.6 km
- The Coffee Stop0.5 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate0.4 km
- Hampden Park3.2 km
- Pevensey & Westham5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Chestnut Drive0.3 km
- Joan Hughes Court0.3 km
- Brightling Road0.3 km
- Brightling Road0.3 km
- Walnut Walk0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN265AU · Data under Open Government Licence