Is BN10 7BL a safe place to live?

Yes, BN10 7BL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 25 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BN10 7BL?

The population for the BN10 7BL area is approximately 320 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

FAIRLIGHT AVENUE, BN10 7BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRLIGHT AVENUE, BN10 7BL.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN10 7BL 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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7/10

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6/10

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4/10

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4/10

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3/10

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6/10

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4/10

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5/10

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6/10

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Area Character

BN10 7BL is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN10 7BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fairlight Avenue, 0.2km from Telscombe Cliffs in Telscombe Cliffs. Administratively it sits within East Saltdean & Telscombe Cliffs ward and the Brighton, Kemptown constituency.

For families considering a move, BN10 7BL represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN10 7BL are sourced from Output Area E00106807 (shared with 15 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 BN10 7BL. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%

Asian / British Asian1.9%

Black / African / Caribbean1.9%

Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

BN10 7BL has low crime rates — 25 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 offences31

Anti-social behaviour21

Other theft14

Criminal damage and arson5

Public order5

school Local Schools

Telscombe Cliffs Academy

Requires Improvement0.2 km

Peacehaven Heights Academy

Requires Improvement0.8 km

Peacehaven Community School

Good874 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

1 nearby

Tesco0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby

Church Hall0.3 km
Baan Sai0.7 km
Community Rooms - Meridian Court0.4 km
Kawa sushi0.5 km
Peacehaven0.8 km
+ 3 more

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Goodfayre0.4 km
Kamsons Pharmacy0.4 km
Telscombe Cliffs Service Station0.4 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Smugglers Rest0.5 km
The Tavern0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby

Central Fish Shop0.5 km
Fire House Pizza0.5 km
Maloncho Indian Restaurant0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Southease Church (By Bus)4.9 km
Southease4.9 km
Newhaven Town5.0 km

Bus Stops

St Peter's Avenue0.2 km
St Peter's Avenue0.2 km
Telscombe Cliffs Way0.3 km
Arundel Road0.3 km
Chatsworth Close0.4 km