BN25 3EA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Upper Sherwood Road, 0.5km from Sutton in Seaford. Administratively it sits within Seaford North ward and the Lewes constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Residents average 55 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £347k, down 17.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN25 3EA are sourced from Output Area E00107041 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UPPER SHERWOOD ROAD, BN25 3EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER SHERWOOD ROAD, BN25 3EA.
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55
£ 47,600 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BN25 3EA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 66% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £347k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 17.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN25 3EA. The average age is 54.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 305,000
12 sales · Mean £ 328,145
Detached
£ 327,500
2 sales · Mean £ 327,500
Terraced
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN25 3EA has low crime rates — 14 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.
school Local Schools
Cradle Hill Community Primary School
Seaford Primary School
St. John's School (Seaford)
Bowden House School
Annecy Catholic Primary School
Chyngton School
Seaford Head School
Cuckmere House School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Candy Box0.1 km
- Central Convenience Stores0.3 km
- M T Reade0.5 km
- Sutton Corner Service Station0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Downs 60+ Club0.5 km
- Seaford Golf Club1.0 km
- The Seven Sisters0.3 km
- Seaford Bowling Club0.8 km
- The Union Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Heritage Refreshments Ltd0.9 km
- Lexden Fish and Chips0.1 km
- Mercread Youth Centre0.9 km
- Wave Leisure0.5 km
- The Chapel Rooms0.5 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Avondale Hotel0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Seaford Express0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaford1.1 km
- Bishopstone (Hill Rise by Bus)2.0 km
- Bishopstone (Hill Rise)2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Lexden Road Bottom0.1 km
- Lexden Road Bottom0.1 km
- Sherwood Rise0.2 km
- Lexden Court0.2 km
- Lexden Court0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN253EA · Data under Open Government Licence