BN7 1DS is a sought-after residential area on North Way, 0.6km from Wallands Park in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Lewes Priory ward and the Lewes constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN7, BN7 1DS offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £689k, down 23.6% year-on-year. 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 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00106875 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTH WAY, BN7 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH WAY, BN7 1DS.
324
39
£ 53,500 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN7 1DS 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN7 1DS combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£689k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £689k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 23.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN7 1DS. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 675,000
1 sales · Mean £ 675,000
Semi-Detached
£ 692,475
6 sales · Mean £ 683,408
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN7 1DS has low crime rates — 24 incidents 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
Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School
St Pancras Catholic Primary School
Southover CofE Primary School
Western Road Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Frank Richards & Sons0.8 km
- Leicester Road Stores0.5 km
- St Annes Pharmacy0.7 km
- Winterbourne Stores1.0 km
- Landport Food Bank0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Black Horse Inn0.7 km
- The Pelham Arms1.0 km
- St Marys Supporters Club0.2 km
- The Tally Ho0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Cluny Halls (The Presbytery)0.9 km
- Hannah's0.8 km
- Hmp Lewes0.6 km
- Lewes Wellbeing Centre0.8 km
- St Nicholas Day Service0.6 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Greenies0.8 km
- Yummy Yummy0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Dubois Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lewes1.7 km
- Cooksbridge2.9 km
- Glynde5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Nevill Estate0.1 km
- Recreation Ground0.1 km
- North Way0.1 km
- Nevill Crescent0.1 km
- Nevill Crescent0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BN71DS · Data under Open Government Licence