Postcode Analysis Mid Sussex, South East

POYNINGS ROAD, BN45 7AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POYNINGS ROAD, BN45 7AL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

410

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 55,500 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN45 7AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN45 7AL's 53% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN45 7AL is a safe, established residential area on Poynings Road, 0.3km from Poynings in Mid Sussex. Administratively it sits within Hurstpierpoint and Downs ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.

The people who live in BN45 7AL are typical of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN45 7AL are sourced from Output Area E00162004 (shared with 64 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 BN45 7AL. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

BN45 7AL has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Bobs Community Cafe0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Poynings Cricket Club0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hassocks5.2 km
  • Preston Park6.7 km
  • Portslade6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Recreation Ground0.2 km
  • Recreation Ground0.2 km
  • Church0.3 km
  • Church0.4 km
  • Green Acres0.5 km