Postcode Analysis Lewes, South East

PORTLAND TERRACE, BN9 0HH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTLAND TERRACE, BN9 0HH.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 46,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

BN9 0HH is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

BN9 0HH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Portland Terrace, 0.4km from South Heighton in Newhaven. Administratively it sits within Ouse Valley & Ringmer ward and the Lewes constituency.

For families considering a move, BN9 0HH represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £286k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN9 0HH are sourced from Output Area E00106946 (shared with 13 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 BN9 0HH. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 216,000

9 sales · Mean £ 242,444

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

BN9 0HH has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour11
Shoplifting8
Public order5
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Denton Community Primary School and Nursery

Good230 pupils0.4 km
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Harbour Primary and Nursery School

Good498 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Hot Spot Burger and Grill0.7 km
  • South Heighton Village Hall0.3 km
  • The Terrace Cafe0.2 km
  • Kitchen (Sheltered Housing Scheme)0.3 km
  • Church Hall0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Retail Shop0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Black Moon Distillery Ltd0.7 km
  • Havens Community Hub CIC0.9 km
  • Dead Sweet UK0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Denton Village Cricket Club0.3 km
  • Flying Fish0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Superfry Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Wesley Chinese Takeaway0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newhaven0.7 km
  • Newhaven Town1.1 km
  • Newhaven Harbour1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Guinness Court0.2 km
  • Paradise Park0.2 km
  • Powell Gardens0.2 km
  • Paradise Park0.3 km
  • Hampden Arms0.3 km