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.
BN7 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN7 1AB.
291
50
£ 53,500 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN7 1AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Western Road Community Primary School
Southover CofE Primary School
Priory School
St Pancras Catholic Primary School
Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School
South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, 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
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, 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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: BN71AB · Data under Open Government Licence