Is BN45 7FJ a safe place to live?

Yes, BN45 7FJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BN45 7FJ?

The population for the BN45 7FJ area is approximately 298 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Sussex, South East

LONDON ROAD, BN45 7FJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONDON ROAD, BN45 7FJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

298

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 55,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN45 7FJ 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.

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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6/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN45 7FJ's 70% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

BN45 7FJ is a safe, established residential area on London Road, 1.3km 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. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN45 7FJ are sourced from Output Area E00162005 (shared with 38 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 BN45 7FJ. 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

White / British93.6%

Asian / British Asian3.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

BN45 7FJ has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson2

Violence and sexual offences2

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hassocks4.2 km
Preston Park4.6 km
Moulsecoomb5.6 km

Bus Stops

South Hill0.4 km