TN40 1AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 1.2km from Old Town in Bexhill-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Bexhill Sackville ward and the Bexhill and Battle constituency.
For families considering a move, TN40 1AY represents a dynamic young family area with frequent movers and a mix of backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. Average age 70 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for TN40 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00107298 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TN40 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TN40 1AY.
189
70
£ 36,500 /yr
22%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TN40 1AY is a settled retirement community — average age 70, 77% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TN40 1AY. The average age is 69.9. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TN40 1AY has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Richard's Catholic College
Glyne Gap School
Pebsham Primary Academy
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School
St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School
St Mary's School and 6th Form College
Chantry Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Londis @ Esso0.9 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Poundland0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Costa0.6 km
- DNP Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
- The Worx Cafe0.5 km
- Truly Scrumptious1.0 km
- Sackville Bistro0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Arden House B&B0.7 km
- English Rose B&B0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bexhill1.2 km
- Collington2.5 km
- West St Leonards3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Sutton Place0.2 km
- Sutton Place0.2 km
- St Richard's College0.3 km
- Venture Close0.3 km
- Ridgewood Gardens0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TN401AY · Data under Open Government Licence