BN9 0BH is a mixed residential area located 0.7km from Newhaven in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Newhaven South ward and the Lewes constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BN9 0BH offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for BN9 0BH are sourced from Output Area E00181206 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN9 0BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN9 0BH.
272
44
£ 41,000 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN9 0BH 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 52% owner-occupation and average age 44, BN9 0BH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN9 0BH. The average age is 43.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BN9 0BH is above average at 108 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harbour Primary and Nursery School
High Cliff Academy
Seahaven Academy
Breakwater Academy
Denton Community Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Hot Spot Burger and Grill1.0 km
- Nippers0.5 km
- Age Concern0.4 km
- Community Rooms0.8 km
- Denton Island Nursery0.9 km
- + 19 more
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- 52 High Street0.7 km
- Bickerstaffs0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Dees Newsagents Ltd0.7 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Newhaven Lodge Guest House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Newhaven Bowling Club0.4 km
- Newhaven Football Club0.6 km
- Newhaven Railway Club0.4 km
- Prince Of Wales0.5 km
- The Ark0.4 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- The Co-Operative Food0.4 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Bursa Kebab Shop0.7 km
- Horaces Fish Bar0.6 km
- Magic Wok0.7 km
- Newhaven Curry House0.6 km
- Newhaven Fish Bar0.4 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newhaven Harbour0.1 km
- Newhaven Town0.6 km
- Newhaven1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Newhaven Harbour Rail Station0.0 km
- Newhaven Harbour Railway Station0.0 km
- Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal0.1 km
- Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal0.1 km
- Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BN90BH · Data under Open Government Licence