Postcode Analysis Mid Sussex, South East

FORGE CLOSE, BN45 7BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORGE CLOSE, BN45 7BJ.

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

298

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 55,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN45 7BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BN45 7BJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £562k, 70% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £562k. Property prices are trending down 28.1% year-on-year.

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

BN45 7BJ is a mixed residential area on Forge Close, 0.2km from Pyecombe in Mid Sussex. Administratively it sits within Hurstpierpoint and Downs ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.

For families considering a move, BN45 7BJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £562k, down 28.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN45 7BJ are sourced from Output Area E00162005 (shared with 38 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 7BJ. 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 / British93.6%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 435,000

4 sales · Mean £ 485,000

Detached

£ 646,712

10 sales · Mean £ 649,342

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

Crime around BN45 7BJ is moderate at 83 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft9
Shoplifting8
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Duck Lodge B&B0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hassocks3.2 km
  • Preston Park5.7 km
  • Moulsecoomb6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Garage0.0 km
  • The Plough Inn0.1 km
  • Church Lane0.1 km
  • Garage0.1 km
  • Church Lane0.2 km