BN7 1BS is a safe, established residential area on Sackville Close, 0.2km from Wallands Park in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Lewes Castle ward and the Lewes constituency.
For serious buyers, BN7 1BS is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £750k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN7 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00106842 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SACKVILLE CLOSE, BN7 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SACKVILLE CLOSE, BN7 1BS.
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48
£ 42,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN7 1BS 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN7 1BS combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£750k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN7 1BS. The average age is 47.9. 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
£ 650,000
2 sales · Mean £ 650,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN7 1BS has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Pancras Catholic Primary School
Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School
Western Road Community Primary School
Southover CofE Primary School
South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School
Priory School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- Beckworths0.6 km
- Bonne Bouche0.6 km
- Cheese Please0.7 km
- Frank Richards & Sons0.4 km
- Hartleys0.6 km
- + 29 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Murrells B & B0.4 km
- Pelham House Hotel0.7 km
- White Hart Hotel0.7 km
- Dubois Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
- Montys Accommodation0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Chef & Butcher @ The Royal Oak0.7 km
- Lewes Arms0.5 km
- Lewes Constitutional Club0.5 km
- Lewes Football Club1.0 km
- Longhorn burgers0.8 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
65 nearby- Apple Tree Events0.6 km
- ASK Italian0.6 km
- Beijing Restaurant0.6 km
- Blue India0.6 km
- Bun and Bean0.5 km
- + 60 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Caccia and Tails0.7 km
- Castle Sandwich Bar0.6 km
- Charcoal Grill0.6 km
- Daisy's Sandwich Bar0.8 km
- Greenies0.4 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
- Waitrose0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lewes1.0 km
- Cooksbridge3.2 km
- Glynde5.0 km
Bus Stops
- King Henry's Road0.0 km
- Prince Edward's Road0.1 km
- Prince Edward's Road0.1 km
- Prince Edward's Road0.1 km
- De Warrenne Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN71BS · Data under Open Government Licence