Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

ROWANS COURT, BN7 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROWANS COURT, BN7 1BB.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 42,500 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
paymentsAffluence
9/10
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10/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BN7 1BB — age 47, 81% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £270k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 3.5% year-on-year.

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

BN7 1BB is a safe, established residential area on Rowans Court, 0.4km from Wallands Park in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Lewes Castle ward and the Lewes constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k, down 3.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN7 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00106841 (shared with 10 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 1BB. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 261,250

8 sales · Mean £ 254,375

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

BN7 1BB has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour26
Criminal damage and arson21
Shoplifting21
Violence and sexual offences21
Burglary8

school Local Schools

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St Pancras Catholic Primary School

Good124 pupils0.6 km
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Western Road Community Primary School

Good206 pupils0.7 km
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Southover CofE Primary School

Good311 pupils0.8 km
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Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School

Good283 pupils0.8 km
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South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School

Good250 pupils1.1 km
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Priory School

Good1134 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

38 nearby
  • Beckworths0.5 km
  • Bonne Bouche0.5 km
  • Cheese Please0.5 km
  • Frank Richards & Sons0.5 km
  • Hartleys0.4 km
  • + 33 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Murrells B & B0.4 km
  • Pelham House Hotel0.5 km
  • White Hart Hotel0.5 km
  • 4 Spences Lane B & B1.0 km
  • Dubois Bed & Breakfast0.3 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

19 nearby
  • Chef & Butcher @ The Royal Oak0.5 km
  • Lewes Arms0.3 km
  • Lewes Constitutional Club0.4 km
  • Lewes Football Club0.8 km
  • Longhorn burgers0.7 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

75 nearby
  • Apple Tree Events0.4 km
  • ASK Italian0.4 km
  • Beijing Restaurant0.4 km
  • Blue India0.4 km
  • Bun and Bean0.3 km
  • + 70 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Caccia and Tails0.6 km
  • Castle Sandwich Bar0.4 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.5 km
  • Daisy's Sandwich Bar0.7 km
  • Greenies0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Waitrose0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lewes0.8 km
  • Cooksbridge3.3 km
  • Glynde4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • The Avenue0.1 km
  • Prince Edward's Road0.1 km
  • Prince Edward's Road0.1 km
  • Park Road0.1 km
  • Park Road0.2 km