Peelings Lane is in Westham, Pevensey and in Wealden district. BN24 5HE is located in the Herstmonceux & Pevensey Levels electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexhill and Battle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Peelings Lane, Westham, Pevensey, BN24 5HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN24 5LT, BN24 5LR, BN24 5LN, BN24 5LP, BN24 5LS, BN24 5HJ, BN24 5HL, BN24 5LL, BN24 5HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN24 5HE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 53.7% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 46.9% | 46.3% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BN24 5HE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.8% | 17.9% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 57.6% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6% | 11.3% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 9.9% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32% | 31.9% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -16.5% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 42% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 8.4% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 20.2% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 4.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 20.6% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 13% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 11.3% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 8.6% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 15.3% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 27.9% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.3% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.1% | 95.7% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 94.2% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Peelings Lane was 74.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.3% higher than the Herstmonceux & Pevensey Levels average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Peelings Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Herstmonceux & Pevensey Levels and the 82nd highest crime rate of 493 local areas in Wealden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Cottage Peelings Lane, Pevensey, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £665,000 | 2024-08-13 | £669,174 |
| Linden Cottage Peelings Lane, Pevensey, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-06-28 | £400,167 |
| Fairfield Peelings Lane, Pevensey, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-10-20 | £392,546 |
| Little Mead Peelings Lane, Pevensey, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-08-25 | £539,843 |
| Montrose Peelings Lane, Pevensey, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-02-21 | £361,202 |
BN24 5HE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BN24 5HE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BN24 5HE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 140 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pevensey and Westham CofE Primary School High Street , Westham BN24 5LP | 3out of 4 | 360 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hankham Primary School Hankham Road , Hankham BN24 5AY | 3out of 4 | 2,333 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langney Primary Academy Chailey Close , BN23 7EA | 3out of 4 | 2,574 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Cross School Adur Drive , Stone Cross BN24 5EF | 3out of 4 | 2,646 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shinewater Primary School Milfoil Drive , Langney BN23 8ED | 3out of 4 | 2,678 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine's College Priory Road , BN23 7BL | 3out of 4 | 2,504 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Turing School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | - not rated | 2,946 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | 3out of 4 | 4,751 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Sussex College Group Cross Levels Way , BN21 2UF | - not rated | 5,419 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Court School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,613 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| College Central 124 Brodrick Road , BN22 9RB | 3out of 4 | 4,206 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lindfield School Lindfield Road , Hampden Park BN22 0BQ | 4out of 4 | 4,863 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horeaus | 4 High Street | 234 yd | |
| Old Swan Fish and Chips | 2 - 8 High Street | 242 yd | |
| Castle Cottage Tea Rooms | Castle Cottage Tea Rooms High Street | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heron | The Heron Public House, 27 High Street | 105 yd | |
| Royal Oak And Castle Inn | Royal Oak And Castle Inn High Street | 826 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wallsend Road Recreation Ground RONDOR HOUSE RONDOR HOUSE WALLSEND ROAD | grass pitches | 895 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.