BN26 5AX is a sought-after residential area on Brightling Road, 0.5km from Polegate in Polegate. Administratively it sits within Polegate South & Willingdon Watermill ward and the Lewes constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN26, BN26 5AX offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 60) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 93% 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £335k, up 20.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN26 5AX are sourced from Output Area E00107769 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIGHTLING ROAD, BN26 5AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIGHTLING ROAD, BN26 5AX.
249
60
£ 38,500 /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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 93% owner-occupation and an average age of 60, BN26 5AX is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £335k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 20.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN26 5AX. The average age is 60.4. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 290,000
18 sales · Mean £ 292,025
Detached
£ 315,000
7 sales · Mean £ 351,785
Terraced
£ 275,000
1 sales · Mean £ 275,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN26 5AX 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
Polegate Primary School
Willingdon Community School
Willingdon Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Warm Hub Polegate Community Centre0.7 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Polegate Community Express0.6 km
- Polegate News0.5 km
- Scent a Veg0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Horse & Groom0.6 km
- Royal British legion Club Ltd0.7 km
- Thoroughbred Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Cherry Tree Eatery0.6 km
- The Mill Cafe0.5 km
- The Viceroy0.9 km
- Your Cafe and Bakery Ltd0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.4 km
- The Co-operative Group Food Limited0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Calamar0.6 km
- New Kao Wah0.6 km
- Polegate Fisheries0.5 km
- Snack Attack0.5 km
- The Coffee Stop0.5 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate0.3 km
- Hampden Park3.2 km
- Pevensey & Westham5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Chestnut Drive0.1 km
- Joan Hughes Court0.3 km
- Porters Way0.3 km
- Porters Way0.3 km
- Walnut Walk0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN265AX · Data under Open Government Licence