BN7 1DF is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from St Anne's in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Lewes Priory ward and the Lewes constituency.
For families considering a move, BN7 1DF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN7 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00106867 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN7 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN7 1DF.
338
46
£ 53,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN7 1DF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BN7 1DF spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN7 1DF. The average age is 45.8. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN7 1DF has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Pancras Catholic Primary School
Southover CofE Primary School
Western Road Community Primary School
Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School
Priory School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Beckworths0.9 km
- Bonne Bouche0.8 km
- Cheese Please1.0 km
- Frank Richards & Sons0.3 km
- Hartleys0.8 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Murrells B & B0.5 km
- Pelham House Hotel0.9 km
- White Hart Hotel0.9 km
- Dubois Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Chef & Butcher @ The Royal Oak1.0 km
- Lewes Arms0.9 km
- Lewes Constitutional Club0.6 km
- Longhorn burgers0.8 km
- Southover Grange0.7 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Apple Tree Events0.9 km
- ASK Italian0.9 km
- Beijing Restaurant0.9 km
- Bun and Bean0.9 km
- Busy Bees at Lewes0.7 km
- + 27 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Castle Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Daisy's Sandwich Bar1.0 km
- Greenies0.3 km
- Lewes Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lewes1.1 km
- Cooksbridge3.6 km
- Southease5.1 km
Bus Stops
- HM Prison0.1 km
- HM Prison0.1 km
- The Black Horse0.2 km
- The Black Horse0.2 km
- The Gallops0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN71DF · Data under Open Government Licence