Postcode Analysis Eastbourne, South East

SAFFRONS ROAD, BN21 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAFFRONS ROAD, BN21 1DP.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

BN21 1DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 61, 59% 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.

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

BN21 1DP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Saffrons Road, 0.6km from Old Town in Eastbourne. Administratively it sits within Upperton ward and the Eastbourne constituency.

For families considering a move, BN21 1DP represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. An established, mature community with an average age of 61 — 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 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN21 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00106447 (shared with 14 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 BN21 1DP. The average age is 61.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

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

BN21 1DP has low crime rates — 48 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 offences71
Anti-social behaviour40
Criminal damage and arson19
Public order19
Other theft14

school Local Schools

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Gildredge House

Good1233 pupils0.3 km
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St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School

Good438 pupils1.2 km
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Motcombe Infants' School

Good265 pupils1.2 km
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Bourne Primary School

Requires Improvement438 pupils1.4 km
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The Cavendish School

Good1347 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Arundel Hotel1.0 km
  • Devonshire Park Hotel1.0 km
  • Ravilious Hotel0.9 km
  • The Manse0.1 km
  • Merrifield0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

99 nearby
  • Cinema Café & Bar0.9 km
  • Devonshire Park Tennis Centre0.9 km
  • 'Light' Restaurant & Bar0.9 km
  • Ashoka Restaurant0.9 km
  • 4 Golf Simulators0.7 km
  • + 94 more
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Retailers - Other

39 nearby
  • Barley Sugar1.0 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.9 km
  • Card Factory0.9 km
  • Grape Tree0.9 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • + 34 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Admiral Casino0.8 km
  • Beerarama0.9 km
  • The Terrace1.0 km
  • Wetherspoon Plc0.9 km
  • Lamb Inn0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • The Co-op0.9 km
  • Waitrose0.5 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Marks & Spencer1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Burger King0.8 km
  • Pizza Stop0.4 km
  • Curry King0.6 km
  • Mande0.5 km
  • Avenue Snacks0.5 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eastbourne0.6 km
  • Hampden Park3.0 km
  • Polegate5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Dittons Road0.2 km
  • Dittons Road0.2 km
  • Dittons Road0.2 km
  • Hartfield Road0.2 km
  • The Goffs0.3 km