Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

SOUTH STREET, BN8 4BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH STREET, BN8 4BH.

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Population

295

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 54,800 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN8 4BH represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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5/10
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1/10
workEmployment
4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN8 4BH's 67% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £340k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 13.7% year-on-year.

home £340,000 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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

For families considering a move, BN8 4BH represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k, down 13.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN8 4BH are sourced from Output Area E00106771 (shared with 12 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 4BH. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 340,000

2 sales · Mean £ 340,000

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

BN8 4BH has low crime rates — 8 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 offences4
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Chailey School

Good788 pupils0.9 km
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Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good133 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plumpton3.4 km
  • Cooksbridge4.8 km
  • Wivelsfield7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Horns Lodge Inn0.0 km
  • Horns Lodge Inn0.1 km