Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

SOUTH STREET, BN8 4BJ House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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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 4BJ 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
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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

BN8 4BJ is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £376k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

BN8 4BJ 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 4BJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 £376k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN8 4BJ 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 4BJ. 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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 358,750

4 sales · Mean £ 335,273

Semi-Detached

£ 316,000

2 sales · Mean £ 316,000

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

BN8 4BJ 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 pupils1.0 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 Gardens0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

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

Bus Stops

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