Is BN5 0FL a safe place to live?

Yes, BN5 0FL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BN5 0FL?

The population for the BN5 0FL area is approximately 336 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Horsham, South East

BN5 0FL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN5 0FL.

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Population

336

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN5 0FL 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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9/10

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7/10

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3/10

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4/10

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2/10

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9/10

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1/10

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9/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN5 0FL combines high owner-occupation (88%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN5 0FL is a sought-after residential area located 1.4km from Small Dole in Henfield. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Henfield ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.

Day-to-day life in BN5 0FL has the character of a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BN5 0FL are sourced from Output Area E00161359 (shared with 178 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 BN5 0FL. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

BN5 0FL has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hassocks8.4 km
Shoreham-By-Sea9.1 km
Southwick9.5 km

Bus Stops

Business Park0.1 km
Business Park0.1 km
Sunnydene0.4 km
Sunnydene0.4 km