Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

BN7 1AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN7 1AB.

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Population

291

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 53,500 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN7 1AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BN7 1AB's low deprivation rank, 68% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate.

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

BN7 1AB is a well-regarded residential area located 0.2km from Lewes in Lewes. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Lewes Priory ward and the Lewes constituency.

The people who live in BN7 1AB are typical of a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 BN7 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00106863 (shared with 30 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 BN7 1AB. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.6%
Asian / British Asian5.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

Crime around BN7 1AB is moderate at 76 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.

Violence and sexual offences77
Anti-social behaviour57
Shoplifting56
Criminal damage and arson34
Public order22

school Local Schools

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Western Road Community Primary School

Good206 pupils0.3 km
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Southover CofE Primary School

Good311 pupils0.5 km
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Priory School

Good1134 pupils0.6 km
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St Pancras Catholic Primary School

Good124 pupils0.8 km
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Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School

Good283 pupils1.3 km
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South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School

Good250 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

36 nearby
  • Beckworths0.1 km
  • Bonne Bouche0.1 km
  • Cheese Please0.2 km
  • Frank Richards & Sons0.7 km
  • Hartleys0.1 km
  • + 31 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Murrells B & B0.4 km
  • Pelham House Hotel0.1 km
  • White Hart Hotel0.1 km
  • Montys Accommodation0.3 km
  • Dubois Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

21 nearby
  • Chef & Butcher @ The Royal Oak0.1 km
  • Lewes Arms0.3 km
  • Lewes Constitutional Club0.4 km
  • Lewes Football Club0.3 km
  • Longhorn burgers0.3 km
  • + 16 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

71 nearby
  • Apple Tree Events0.2 km
  • ASK Italian0.2 km
  • Beijing Restaurant0.3 km
  • Blue India0.3 km
  • Bun and Bean0.4 km
  • + 66 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Caccia and Tails0.1 km
  • Castle Sandwich Bar0.2 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.1 km
  • Daisy's Sandwich Bar0.1 km
  • Greenies0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Waitrose0.5 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Tesco0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lewes0.2 km
  • Cooksbridge3.9 km
  • Glynde4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Southover Road0.0 km
  • St Andrews Lane0.0 km
  • Southover Road0.1 km
  • Lewes Rail Station0.1 km
  • Lewes Rail Station0.1 km