Is BN20 0AS a safe place to live?

Yes, BN20 0AS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BN20 0AS?

The average property price in BN20 0AS is currently around £858k.

What is the population of BN20 0AS?

The population for the BN20 0AS area is approximately 294 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

OLD WILLINGDON ROAD, BN20 0AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD WILLINGDON ROAD, BN20 0AS.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN20 0AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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9/10

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1/10

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10/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN20 0AS combines high owner-occupation (98%), strong property values (£858k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 46.3% year-on-year.

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

BN20 0AS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Old Willingdon Road, 0.7km from Friston in East Dean and Friston. Administratively it sits within South Downs ward and the Lewes constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN20, BN20 0AS offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 98% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £858k, down 46.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN20 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00107526 (shared with 23 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 BN20 0AS. The average age is 53.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%

Asian / British Asian1.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 416,500

2 sales · Mean £ 416,500

Detached

£ 1,300,000

2 sales · Mean £ 1,300,000

Semi-Detached

£ 365,000

1 sales · Mean £ 365,000

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

BN20 0AS has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour2

Drugs1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Barn Stores0.7 km
Downland Butchers0.7 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Sheppard's Cafe0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Eastbourne5.7 km
Hampden Park6.4 km
Polegate7.1 km

Bus Stops

Windmill Lane0.3 km
Pond0.3 km
Pond0.4 km
The Brow0.4 km