BN26 5DD is a sought-after residential area located 0.6km from Polegate in Polegate. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Polegate South & Willingdon Watermill ward and the Lewes constituency.
Within the BN26 district, this postcode is characterised by a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN26 5DD are sourced from Output Area E00107770 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN26 5DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN26 5DD.
355
56
£ 38,500 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN26 5DD 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.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, BN26 5DD is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN26 5DD. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN26 5DD has low crime rates — 21 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
7 nearby- Warm Hub Polegate Community Centre0.8 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Polegate Community Express0.6 km
- Polegate News0.4 km
- Scent a Veg0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Horse & Groom0.4 km
- Royal British legion Club Ltd0.7 km
- Thoroughbred Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Cherry Tree Eatery0.6 km
- The Mill Cafe0.5 km
- The Viceroy0.6 km
- Your Cafe and Bakery Ltd0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.0 km
- The Co-operative Group Food Limited0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Calamar0.6 km
- New Kao Wah0.6 km
- Polegate Fisheries0.4 km
- Snack Attack0.6 km
- The Coffee Stop0.5 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate0.7 km
- Hampden Park3.3 km
- Pevensey & Westham5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Brightling Road0.0 km
- Brightling Road0.1 km
- St George's Church0.2 km
- St George's Church0.3 km
- Joan Hughes Court0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN265DD · Data under Open Government Licence