Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

EAST GRINSTEAD ROAD, BN8 4DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST GRINSTEAD ROAD, BN8 4DH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

479

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 54,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN8 4DH 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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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BN8 4DH's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £930k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £930k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 25.2% year-on-year.

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

BN8 4DH is a safe, established residential area on East Grinstead Road, 0.3km from North Chailey in North Chailey. Administratively it sits within Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey ward and the Lewes constituency.

For serious buyers, BN8 4DH is 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 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 90% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £930k, up 25.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN8 4DH are sourced from Output Area E00106770 (shared with 23 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 BN8 4DH. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 930,000

3 sales · Mean £ 881,666

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

BN8 4DH has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Chailey Heritage School

Outstanding85 pupils0.8 km
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Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good133 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Chailey Heritage Clinical Services0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Kings Court0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • G K's Cafe (LifeSkills Centre)0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plumpton5.5 km
  • Haywards Heath7.2 km
  • Wivelsfield7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Kings Head0.0 km
  • The Kings Head0.1 km
  • The Kings Head0.1 km
  • The Kings Head0.1 km
  • Warren Cottages0.4 km