BN26 5DT is a safe, established residential area on The Thatchings, 0.8km from Wannock 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. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 £369k, down 29.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN26 5DT are sourced from Output Area E00107844 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE THATCHINGS, BN26 5DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE THATCHINGS, BN26 5DT.
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 44, BN26 5DT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £369k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 29.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN26 5DT. 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
£ 301,000
4 sales · Mean £ 300,500
Detached
£ 437,000
4 sales · Mean £ 423,500
Terraced
£ 315,500
1 sales · Mean £ 315,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN26 5DT 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- Downsview Butchers1.0 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Polegate Community Express0.9 km
- Polegate News0.7 km
- Scent a Veg0.6 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Horse & Groom0.6 km
- Royal British legion Club Ltd1.0 km
- Thoroughbred Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cafe Willingdon1.0 km
- Cherry Tree Eatery0.9 km
- The Mill Cafe0.8 km
- The Viceroy0.8 km
- Trawlers Fish Restaurant1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.3 km
- The Co-operative Group Food Limited0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Calamar0.9 km
- China Garden1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- New Kao Wah0.9 km
- Polegate Fisheries0.7 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate0.9 km
- Hampden Park3.1 km
- Pevensey & Westham5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Broad Road end0.1 km
- Park Croft0.1 km
- Park Croft0.1 km
- Broad Road end0.2 km
- Brightling Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN265DT · Data under Open Government Licence