BN26 5DP is a safe, established residential area on Eastbourne Road, 0.6km from Polegate in Polegate. Administratively it sits within Polegate South & Willingdon Watermill ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k, down 20.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN26 5DP are sourced from Output Area E00107844 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EASTBOURNE ROAD, BN26 5DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTBOURNE ROAD, BN26 5DP.
247
44
£ 42,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BN26 5DP is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £350k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 20.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN26 5DP. The average age is 43.7. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 350,000
2 sales · Mean £ 350,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN26 5DP has low crime rates — 14 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.
school Local Schools
Willingdon Community School
Willingdon Primary School
Polegate Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 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 Veg0.4 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 Cafe0.6 km
- The Viceroy0.6 km
- Your Cafe and Bakery Ltd0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.1 km
- The Co-operative Group Food Limited0.6 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
- Polegate0.7 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
- Wannock Road Recreation Ground0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN265DP · Data under Open Government Licence