BN8 4DT is a mixed residential area on Haywards Heath Road in North Chailey. Administratively it sits within Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey ward and the Lewes constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN8, BN8 4DT offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £1.3M, down 46.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN8 4DT are sourced from Output Area E00106770 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAYWARDS HEATH ROAD, BN8 4DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAYWARDS HEATH ROAD, BN8 4DT.
479
42
£ 54,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN8 4DT 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BN8 4DT's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £1.3M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.3M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 46.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN8 4DT. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 1,234,000
8 sales · Mean £ 1,091,062
school Local Schools
Chailey Heritage School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Chailey Heritage Clinical Services0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plumpton5.2 km
- Haywards Heath5.5 km
- Wivelsfield5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Leyden House0.2 km
- Moorings0.2 km
- Leyden House0.2 km
- Pellings Barn0.4 km
- Beggar's Wood Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BN84DT · Data under Open Government Licence