Postcode Analysis Eastbourne, South East

BN21 1EB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN21 1EB.

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Population

176

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Avg Age

74

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

12%

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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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Average age 74, 90% owned. BN21 1EB is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

BN21 1EB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.8km from Devonshire Park in Eastbourne. Administratively it sits within Meads ward and the Eastbourne constituency.

For families considering a move, BN21 1EB represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 74 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 90% 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 1EB are sourced from Output Area E00106262 (shared with 6 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 1EB. The average age is 74.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

12%Active
FT: 6%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

BN21 1EB 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 offences68
Anti-social behaviour34
Shoplifting24
Public order20
Criminal damage and arson14

school Local Schools

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Gildredge House

Good1233 pupils0.5 km
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Bourne Primary School

Requires Improvement438 pupils1.5 km
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Motcombe Infants' School

Good265 pupils1.5 km
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St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School

Good438 pupils1.5 km
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St John's Meads Church of England Primary School

Good215 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

43 nearby
  • Grand Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Hudsons Fine Food0.9 km
  • Levels Bottle Shop Ltd0.9 km
  • Barley Sugar0.8 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.9 km
  • + 38 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

25 nearby
  • Arundel Hotel0.7 km
  • Brayscroft Private Hotel0.9 km
  • Devonshire Park Hotel0.7 km
  • Hydro Hotel0.9 km
  • Southcroft0.9 km
  • + 20 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

103 nearby
  • Cinema Café & Bar0.7 km
  • Devonshire Park Tennis Centre0.7 km
  • 'Light' Restaurant & Bar0.7 km
  • Oasis Cafe0.9 km
  • The Green Bro's0.9 km
  • + 98 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Admiral Casino0.8 km
  • Beerarama0.9 km
  • Carlton Court Bar0.9 km
  • The Stage Door0.9 km
  • The Terrace0.8 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • The Co-op0.8 km
  • Waitrose0.9 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Marks & Spencer1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Burger King0.9 km
  • Pizza Stop0.8 km
  • Curry King0.4 km
  • Mande0.4 km
  • Avenue Snacks0.7 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eastbourne0.7 km
  • Hampden Park3.4 km
  • Polegate6.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Saffrons Sports Club0.1 km
  • Saffrons Park0.2 km
  • Saffrons Park0.2 km
  • Catholic Church0.2 km
  • Catholic Church0.3 km