Is BN24 5LG a safe place to live?

Yes, BN24 5LG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 45 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BN24 5LG?

The average property price in BN24 5LG is currently around £525k.

What is the population of BN24 5LG?

The population for the BN24 5LG area is approximately 308 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

CASTLE ROAD, BN24 5LG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE ROAD, BN24 5LG.

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Population

308

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN24 5LG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10

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5/10

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1/10

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4/10

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1/10

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6/10

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2/10

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7/10

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4/10

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Area Character

BN24 5LG is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £525k, 74% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £525k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN24 5LG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Castle Road, 0.3km from Pevensey in Wealden. Administratively it sits within Herstmonceux & Pevensey Levels ward and the Bexhill and Battle constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN24, BN24 5LG offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £525k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN24 5LG are sourced from Output Area E00107720 (shared with 20 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 BN24 5LG. The average age is 51.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 510,000

1 sales · Mean £ 510,000

Detached

£ 540,000

1 sales · Mean £ 540,000

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

BN24 5LG has low crime rates — 45 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.

Shoplifting14

Violence and sexual offences8

Anti-social behaviour6

Other theft4

Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

Pevensey and Westham CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement415 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Campsite Shop1.0 km
Pevensey SF Connect0.7 km
Westham News0.5 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Heron0.6 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Horeaus0.8 km
Old Swan Fish and Chips0.8 km
Starbucks0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Pevensey0.3 km
Pevensey Bay0.7 km
Pevensey & Westham0.8 km

Bus Stops

Pevensey Castle0.1 km
Pevensey Castle0.2 km
Church Lane0.4 km
Church Lane0.4 km
Church0.5 km