Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

BALLARD DRIVE, BN8 5NY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALLARD DRIVE, BN8 5NY.

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Population

283

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 46,000 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

BN8 5NY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £375k, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £375k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

BN8 5NY is a sought-after residential area on Ballard Drive, 0.1km from Broyle Side in Broyle Side. Administratively it sits within Ouse Valley & Ringmer ward and the Lewes constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN8, BN8 5NY offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BN8 5NY are sourced from Output Area E00106931 (shared with 8 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 5NY. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 375,000

1 sales · Mean £ 375,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

BN8 5NY has low crime rates — 7 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 offences7
Other crime1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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King's Academy Ringmer

Good519 pupils1.0 km
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Ringmer Primary and Nursery School

Good345 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Ringmer Association Football Club1.0 km
  • The Green Man0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Alli's Cafe0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glynde4.8 km
  • Lewes5.7 km
  • Cooksbridge6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Yew Tree Close0.1 km
  • Yew Tree Close0.1 km
  • Kiln Road0.1 km
  • Broyle Paddock0.2 km
  • Broyle Paddock0.2 km