Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

HERON RIDGE, BN26 5BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HERON RIDGE, BN26 5BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

393

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN26 5BJ's 63% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 20.4% year-on-year.

home £273,250 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN26 5BJ is a safe, established residential area on Heron Ridge, 0.7km from Polegate in Polegate. Administratively it sits within Polegate Central ward and the Lewes constituency.

For families considering a move, BN26 5BJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £273k, up 20.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN26 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00107757 (shared with 7 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 BN26 5BJ. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

7 sales · Mean £ 280,350

Terraced

£ 192,000

19 sales · Mean £ 201,210

Detached

£ 321,500

2 sales · Mean £ 321,500

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

BN26 5BJ has low crime rates — 20 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.

Shoplifting19
Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson9
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Polegate Primary School

Outstanding669 pupils0.7 km
S

Willingdon Community School

Good1006 pupils1.3 km
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Willingdon Primary School

Requires Improvement449 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Warm Hub Polegate Community Centre0.7 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • Polegate Community Express0.7 km
  • Polegate News0.7 km
  • Scent a Veg0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Horse & Groom0.8 km
  • Royal British legion Club Ltd0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Cherry Tree Eatery0.7 km
  • The Mill Cafe0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
  • The Co-operative Group Food Limited0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Calamar0.7 km
  • New Kao Wah0.7 km
  • Polegate Fisheries0.7 km
  • Snack Attack0.7 km
  • The Coffee Stop0.6 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Polegate0.1 km
  • Hampden Park3.2 km
  • Pevensey & Westham5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Romney Road0.2 km
  • Romney Road0.2 km
  • Porters Way0.2 km
  • Porters Way0.2 km
  • Pevensey Road0.3 km