Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

HORNBUCKLES CLOSE, BN8 4AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HORNBUCKLES CLOSE, BN8 4AH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

265

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 54,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BN8 4AH 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.

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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN8 4AH combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£711k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £711k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN8 4AH is a safe, established residential area on Hornbuckles Close, 0.2km from South Chailey in South Chailey. Administratively it sits within Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey ward and the Lewes constituency.

For serious buyers, BN8 4AH is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 83% 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 £711k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN8 4AH are sourced from Output Area E00106775 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN8 4AH. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 711,000

2 sales · Mean £ 711,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BN8 4AH has low crime rates — 24 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.

Violence and sexual offences12
Other crime3
Drugs2
Other theft2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Chailey School

Good788 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Gradwell Park Cafe & Shop0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • McColl's0.8 km
  • Sheepgate Gardens0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plumpton2.9 km
  • Cooksbridge3.9 km
  • Wivelsfield7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Grantham Close0.1 km
  • Grantham Close0.1 km
  • Mill Lane0.2 km
  • Swan House0.2 km
  • Swan House0.3 km