Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

CHURCH ROAD, BN26 5BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH ROAD, BN26 5BX.

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

355

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN26 5BX represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 88% owned. BN26 5BX is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £501k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 36.7% year-on-year.

home £501,800 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN26 5BX is a sought-after residential area on Church Road, 0.3km from Polegate in Polegate. Administratively it sits within Polegate South & Willingdon Watermill ward and the Lewes constituency.

For serious buyers, BN26 5BX is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £501k, up 36.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN26 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00107770 (shared with 12 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 BN26 5BX. The average age is 56.3. 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 Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 345,000

5 sales · Mean £ 397,600

Terraced

£ 450,000

1 sales · Mean £ 450,000

Semi-Detached

£ 430,000

1 sales · Mean £ 430,000

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

BN26 5BX has low crime rates — 34 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.

Shoplifting51
Violence and sexual offences33
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Polegate Primary School

Outstanding669 pupils0.7 km
S

Willingdon Community School

Good1006 pupils0.9 km
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Willingdon Primary School

Requires Improvement449 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Warm Hub Polegate Community Centre0.6 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.2 km
  • Polegate Community Express0.3 km
  • Polegate News0.2 km
  • Scent a Veg0.1 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Horse & Groom0.2 km
  • Royal British legion Club Ltd0.4 km
  • Thoroughbred Inn0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Cherry Tree Eatery0.3 km
  • The Mill Cafe0.3 km
  • The Viceroy0.4 km
  • Your Cafe and Bakery Ltd0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.3 km
  • The Co-operative Group Food Limited0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Calamar0.3 km
  • New Kao Wah0.3 km
  • Polegate Fisheries0.2 km
  • Snack Attack0.3 km
  • The Coffee Stop0.2 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Polegate0.6 km
  • Hampden Park3.6 km
  • Pevensey & Westham5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Walnut Walk0.1 km
  • Horse and Groom0.1 km
  • Walnut Walk0.1 km
  • St George's Church0.1 km
  • St George's Church0.1 km