Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

THE HIGHWAY, BN9 9TR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE HIGHWAY, BN9 9TR.

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

503

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN9 9TR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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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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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN9 9TR's 59% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

BN9 9TR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Highway, 0.3km from Harbour Heights in Newhaven. Administratively it sits within Newhaven South ward and the Lewes constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN9 9TR are sourced from Output Area E00106889 (shared with 18 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 9TR. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.6%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

BN9 9TR has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences59
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order8
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Seahaven Academy

Good755 pupils0.2 km
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High Cliff Academy

Outstanding250 pupils0.4 km
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Breakwater Academy

Good163 pupils0.5 km
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Harbour Primary and Nursery School

Good498 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • 52 High Street1.0 km
  • Dees Newsagents Ltd1.0 km
  • Gibbon Newsmarket0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Newhaven Lodge Guest House0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Peacehaven Golf Club0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Community Rooms1.0 km
  • Hillcrest Cafe0.9 km
  • Newhaven Coffee House1.0 km
  • Newhaven Rehabilitation Centre0.4 km
  • Woody's Bar & Grill0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newhaven Harbour1.3 km
  • Newhaven Town1.5 km
  • Newhaven2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Gibbon Road Top0.2 km
  • The Fairway0.2 km
  • The Fairway0.2 km
  • Western Road0.3 km
  • Seahaven Academy0.3 km