BN7 1EJ is a sought-after residential area on Houndean Rise, 0.9km from St Anne's in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Lewes Priory ward and the Lewes constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN7, BN7 1EJ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 96% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £980k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN7 1EJ are sourced from Output Area E00106860 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOUNDEAN RISE, BN7 1EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOUNDEAN RISE, BN7 1EJ.
338
46
£ 53,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN7 1EJ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BN7 1EJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £980k, 96% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £980k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN7 1EJ. The average age is 45.6. 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
£ 980,000
3 sales · Mean £ 990,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
BN7 1EJ has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. 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
Iford and Kingston Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Leicester Road Stores0.9 km
- St Annes Pharmacy0.9 km
- St Pancras Stores1.0 km
- Winterbourne Stores0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Black Horse Inn0.9 km
- The Swan Inn0.9 km
- St Marys Supporters Club1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Hannah's1.0 km
- Hmp Lewes0.6 km
- Lewes Sports Club0.8 km
- Pasta Boys0.9 km
- St Nicholas Day Service0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Yummy Yummy0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lewes1.8 km
- Cooksbridge3.8 km
- Southease5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Houndean Rise0.1 km
- Houndean Rise0.1 km
- Montacute Road0.2 km
- Hope-in-the-Valley0.2 km
- Hope-in-the-Valley0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN71EJ · Data under Open Government Licence