Is BN10 8EF a safe place to live?

Yes, BN10 8EF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 22 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BN10 8EF?

The average property price in BN10 8EF is currently around £310k.

What is the population of BN10 8EF?

The population for the BN10 8EF area is approximately 262 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

MITCHELLDEAN, BN10 8EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MITCHELLDEAN, BN10 8EF.

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

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Population

262

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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6/10

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7/10

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4/10

workEmployment

5/10

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7/10

paymentsAffluence

6/10

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4/10

homeHome Ownership

7/10

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4/10

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Area Character

BN10 8EF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 79% 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. Property prices are trending down 29.9% year-on-year.

home £310,500 median price shield Safety 6/10

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

BN10 8EF is a safe, established residential area on Mitchelldean, 0.5km from Chatsworth Park in Peacehaven. Administratively it sits within Peacehaven North ward and the Brighton, Kemptown constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN10, BN10 8EF offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k, down 29.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN10 8EF are sourced from Output Area E00106975 (shared with 13 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 8EF. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.3%

Asian / British Asian1.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 248,250

8 sales · Mean £ 239,493

Semi-Detached

£ 310,000

9 sales · Mean £ 306,272

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

BN10 8EF has low crime rates — 22 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 offences61

Anti-social behaviour30

Public order18

Criminal damage and arson11

Burglary4

school Local Schools

Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery

Good477 pupils0.5 km

Peacehaven Heights Academy

Requires Improvement0.6 km

Peacehaven Community School

Good874 pupils0.7 km

Telscombe Cliffs Academy

Requires Improvement0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby

Wild Monkeys Childcare Ltd0.4 km
Butterfly Nursery0.7 km
Church Hall, The Church Of Immaculate Conception1.0 km
Day Centre1.0 km
Kempton House Day Centre1.0 km
+ 6 more

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Tesco0.5 km
Co-Operative Superstore0.7 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Annexe Stores0.2 km
Well Pharmacy0.6 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Good Companions0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Southease Church (By Bus)3.9 km
Newhaven Town4.0 km
Southease4.0 km

Bus Stops

Downs Walk0.2 km
Woodlands Close0.2 km
Annexe Stores0.2 km
Annexe Stores0.2 km
Cavendish Close0.3 km