BN45 7FF is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Pyecombe in Mid Sussex. Administratively it sits within Hurstpierpoint and Downs ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN45 7FF are sourced from Output Area E00162005 (shared with 38 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN45 7FF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN45 7FF.
298
43
£ 55,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN45 7FF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
BN45 7FF is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN45 7FF. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
BN45 7FF has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Duck Lodge B&B0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hassocks2.6 km
- Burgess Hill6.2 km
- Preston Park6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Rockrose0.2 km
- Rockrose0.2 km
- School Lane0.3 km
- School Lane0.3 km
- Church Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN457FF · Data under Open Government Licence