Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

BN7 1DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN7 1DF.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 53,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN7 1DF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BN7 1DF spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BN7 1DF is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from St Anne's in Lewes. Administratively it sits within Lewes Priory ward and the Lewes constituency.

For families considering a move, BN7 1DF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN7 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00106867 (shared with 14 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 BN7 1DF. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.1%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.2%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

BN7 1DF has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences101
Other crime40
Anti-social behaviour33
Criminal damage and arson29
Public order15

school Local Schools

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St Pancras Catholic Primary School

Good124 pupils0.2 km
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Southover CofE Primary School

Good311 pupils0.6 km
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Western Road Community Primary School

Good206 pupils0.7 km
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Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School

Good283 pupils0.8 km
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Priory School

Good1134 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Beckworths0.9 km
  • Bonne Bouche0.8 km
  • Cheese Please1.0 km
  • Frank Richards & Sons0.3 km
  • Hartleys0.8 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Murrells B & B0.5 km
  • Pelham House Hotel0.9 km
  • White Hart Hotel0.9 km
  • Dubois Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Chef & Butcher @ The Royal Oak1.0 km
  • Lewes Arms0.9 km
  • Lewes Constitutional Club0.6 km
  • Longhorn burgers0.8 km
  • Southover Grange0.7 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Apple Tree Events0.9 km
  • ASK Italian0.9 km
  • Beijing Restaurant0.9 km
  • Bun and Bean0.9 km
  • Busy Bees at Lewes0.7 km
  • + 27 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Castle Sandwich Bar0.7 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.9 km
  • Daisy's Sandwich Bar1.0 km
  • Greenies0.3 km
  • Lewes Fish Bar0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lewes1.1 km
  • Cooksbridge3.6 km
  • Southease5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • HM Prison0.1 km
  • HM Prison0.1 km
  • The Black Horse0.2 km
  • The Black Horse0.2 km
  • The Gallops0.3 km