BN23 5BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.9km from Crumbles in Crumbles. Administratively it sits within Sovereign ward and the Eastbourne constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BN23 5BJ offers members of this subgroup are likely to be married, and the numbers of households with children are above the group average. adults are more likely to be in the 25 to 44 age group, and older residents are also more prevalent than elsewhere in this group. the subgroup is less ethnically diverse than the group average, with slightly more white ethnic group members, and has more secular attitudes to religion than the group as a whole. residence in the social rented sector is very rare. households in this subgroup are more likely to own multiple cars than those assigned elsewhere in the group. students are relatively less common, although individuals are highly skilled and educated to degree standard. unemployment or part-time work is rare, and many individuals are employed in associate professional, technical, administrative or secretarial occupations. 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 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN23 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00167660 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN23 5BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN23 5BJ.
183
54
£ 48,700 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN23 5BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BN23 5BJ — age 54, 58% ownership, 42% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN23 5BJ. The average age is 53.8. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN23 5BJ has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School
St Catherine's College
Langney Primary Academy
Tollgate Community Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Boots The Chemist0.5 km
- Defiant Sports0.5 km
- Flamingo0.9 km
- Newsrack0.9 km
- Next0.5 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Seamoors Wine and Music Bar0.3 km
- Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club0.5 km
- The Garden Bar0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- 4 Seasons0.3 km
- ASDA Cafe0.5 km
- ASDA Staff Canteen0.5 km
- Beatty Cafe0.9 km
- Di Lieto's Coffee Lounge0.3 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- ASDA0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Sovereign Fish Bar0.9 km
- The Chippy0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pevensey & Westham2.8 km
- Pevensey Bay3.2 km
- Pevensey3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Macquarie Quay0.3 km
- Galveston Close0.4 km
- Galveston Close0.4 km
- Daytona Quay0.4 km
- The Portlands0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN235BJ · Data under Open Government Licence