Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

BN9 0DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN9 0DU.

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Population

312

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 41,000 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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10/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BN9 0DU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BN9 0DU is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Denton in Newhaven. Administratively it sits within Newhaven North ward and the Lewes constituency.

For families considering a move, BN9 0DU represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN9 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00106901 (shared with 29 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 BN9 0DU. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

BN9 0DU has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Shoplifting18
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Denton Community Primary School and Nursery

Good230 pupils0.4 km
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Harbour Primary and Nursery School

Good498 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Hot Spot Burger and Grill0.5 km
  • Age Concern0.9 km
  • Denton Island Nursery0.8 km
  • La Baguette Shop1.0 km
  • Lewes Road Social Centre1.0 km
  • + 19 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Bickerstaffs0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
  • Newhaven Pharmacies1.0 km
  • Poundstretcher0.9 km
  • Retail Shop0.2 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Newhaven Railway Club0.8 km
  • The Ark0.9 km
  • The Craft Union Pub Company Ltd0.9 km
  • The White Hart1.0 km
  • Denton Village Cricket Club0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarket0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Bursa Kebab Shop1.0 km
  • Horaces Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Magic Wok1.0 km
  • Newhaven Curry House0.9 km
  • The Patchwork Cat Limited0.9 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newhaven0.1 km
  • Newhaven Town0.6 km
  • Newhaven Harbour1.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Avis Way Unit 150.1 km
  • Avis Way Unit 150.1 km
  • Avis Way Unit 180.1 km
  • Avis Close0.2 km
  • Avis Close0.2 km