BN7 1EE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Downside, 0.6km from St Anne's in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Lewes Priory ward and the Lewes constituency.
For serious buyers, BN7 1EE is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% 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 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £955k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN7 1EE are sourced from Output Area E00106877 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DOWNSIDE, BN7 1EE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWNSIDE, BN7 1EE.
276
49
£ 53,500 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN7 1EE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN7 1EE combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£955k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN7 1EE. The average age is 49.3. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 885,500
4 sales · Mean £ 882,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN7 1EE has low crime rates — 39 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
Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School
Southover CofE Primary School
Western Road Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Frank Richards & Sons0.7 km
- Leicester Road Stores0.5 km
- St Annes Pharmacy0.5 km
- St Pancras Stores0.8 km
- Winterbourne Stores0.4 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Murrells B & B0.9 km
- Dubois Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Lewes Constitutional Club0.9 km
- The Black Horse Inn0.5 km
- The Pelham Arms0.8 km
- The Swan Inn0.8 km
- St Marys Supporters Club0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Cluny Halls (The Presbytery)0.8 km
- Hannah's0.6 km
- Hmp Lewes0.2 km
- Lewes Sports Club1.0 km
- Lewes Wellbeing Centre0.7 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Greenies0.7 km
- Yummy Yummy0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lewes1.5 km
- Cooksbridge3.5 km
- Southease5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Southdown Avenue0.2 km
- Southdown Avenue0.2 km
- HM Prison0.3 km
- HM Prison0.3 km
- Houndean Rise0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN71EE · Data under Open Government Licence