BN9 9UY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hawthorn Rise, 0.6km from Harbour Heights in Newhaven. Administratively it sits within Newhaven North ward and the Lewes constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN9 9UY are sourced from Output Area E00106909 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWTHORN RISE, BN9 9UY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORN RISE, BN9 9UY.
357
39
£ 42,700 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN9 9UY 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN9 9UY's 70% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN9 9UY. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 270,000
1 sales · Mean £ 270,000
Terraced
£ 228,000
1 sales · Mean £ 228,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN9 9UY has low crime rates — 33 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.
school Local Schools
Breakwater Academy
Seahaven Academy
Harbour Primary and Nursery School
High Cliff Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- 52 High Street0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Dees Newsagents Ltd0.8 km
- Gibbon Newsmarket0.4 km
- Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Newhaven Lodge Guest House0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Peacehaven Golf Club0.5 km
- Prince Of Wales0.9 km
- The Craft Union Pub Company Ltd0.9 km
- The White Hart0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Community Rooms0.7 km
- Hillcrest Cafe0.8 km
- La Baguette Shop0.8 km
- Lewes Road Social Centre0.9 km
- Miah's Spice0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Bursa Kebab Shop0.8 km
- Horaces Fish Bar0.9 km
- Magic Wok0.8 km
- Newhaven Curry House0.9 km
- Newhaven Fish Bar0.9 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newhaven Harbour1.2 km
- Newhaven Town1.3 km
- Newhaven1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Kwik Fit Centre0.2 km
- The Fairway0.2 km
- Ash Walk0.2 km
- Kwik Fit Centre0.2 km
- The Fairway0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN99UY · Data under Open Government Licence