Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

EASTBOURNE ROAD, BN20 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTBOURNE ROAD, BN20 0BL.

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

294

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN20 0BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BN20 0BL — age 55, 59% ownership, 31% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BN20 0BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Eastbourne Road, 0.2km from Friston in East Dean and Friston. Administratively it sits within South Downs ward and the Lewes constituency.

For families considering a move, BN20 0BL represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £228k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN20 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00107527 (shared with 31 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 0BL. The average age is 55.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 320,375

2 sales · Mean £ 320,375

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

BN20 0BL has low crime rates — 6 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 offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Barn Stores0.1 km
  • Downland Butchers0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Sheppard's Cafe0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eastbourne5.3 km
  • Hampden Park6.4 km
  • Polegate7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • East Dean Garage0.0 km
  • East Dean0.1 km
  • East Dean Garage0.1 km
  • East Dean0.1 km
  • East Dean Garage0.1 km