BN7 1ED is a safe, established residential area on Brighton Road, 0.5km from St Anne's in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Lewes Priory ward and the Lewes constituency.
For families considering a move, BN7 1ED represents a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN7 1ED are sourced from Output Area E00106857 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIGHTON ROAD, BN7 1ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIGHTON ROAD, BN7 1ED.
609
43
£ 53,500 /yr
25%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BN7 1ED spans multiple life stages — average age 43, 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 1ED. The average age is 42.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN7 1ED has low crime rates — 46 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
Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School
Western Road Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Frank Richards & Sons0.5 km
- Leicester Road Stores0.5 km
- St Annes Pharmacy0.4 km
- St Pancras Stores0.6 km
- Winterbourne Stores0.3 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Murrells B & B0.8 km
- Dubois Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Lewes Constitutional Club0.8 km
- Longhorn burgers1.0 km
- Southover Grange0.9 km
- The Black Horse Inn0.4 km
- The Pelham Arms0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Busy Bees at Lewes0.9 km
- Castle Chinese Restaurant1.0 km
- Cluny Halls (The Presbytery)0.6 km
- Cote Brasserie1.0 km
- Eat Fresh and Feel Good0.9 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Castle Sandwich Bar1.0 km
- Greenies0.5 km
- Lewes Fish Bar0.9 km
- Yummy Yummy0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lewes1.3 km
- Cooksbridge3.6 km
- Southease5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Southdown Avenue0.1 km
- Southdown Avenue0.1 km
- HM Prison0.2 km
- HM Prison0.2 km
- Winterbourne Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN71ED · Data under Open Government Licence