BN20 0BY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Green, 0.5km from Friston in East Dean and Friston. Administratively it sits within South Downs ward and the Lewes constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 55 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.5M.
Census 2021 statistics for BN20 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00107527 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE GREEN, BN20 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GREEN, BN20 0BY.
294
55
£ 46,500 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN20 0BY 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BN20 0BY's low deprivation rank, 59% ownership, and £1.5M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN20 0BY. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 1,365,000
2 sales · Mean £ 1,365,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN20 0BY has low crime rates — 8 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Barn Stores0.4 km
- Downland Butchers0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Sheppard's Cafe0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Eastbourne5.5 km
- Hampden Park6.7 km
- Seaford7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Village Hall Car Park0.2 km
- The Fridays0.2 km
- The Fridays0.2 km
- East Dean Garage0.3 km
- East Dean Garage0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN200BY · Data under Open Government Licence