How much do houses cost in BN5 9BA?

The average property price in BN5 9BA is currently around £1.2M.

What is the population of BN5 9BA?

The population for the BN5 9BA area is approximately 271 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Horsham, South East

WHEATSHEAF ROAD, BN5 9BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHEATSHEAF ROAD, BN5 9BA.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN5 9BA 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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10/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BN5 9BA's low deprivation rank, 77% ownership, and £1.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

BN5 9BA is a mixed residential area on Wheatsheaf Road, 1.2km from Blackstone in Horsham. Administratively it sits within Bramber, Upper Beeding & Woodmancote ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN5, BN5 9BA offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Prices average £1.2M.

Census 2021 statistics for BN5 9BA are sourced from Output Area E00161244 (shared with 16 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 BN5 9BA. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.7%

Other / Mixed5.1%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 980,000

4 sales · Mean £ 890,000

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hassocks7.5 km
Burgess Hill8.8 km
Wivelsfield9.5 km