Manor Way is in Polegate and in Wealden district. BN26 5AS is located in the Polegate South & Willingdon Watermill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manor Way, Polegate, BN26 5AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN26 5AN, BN26 5BQ, BN26 5AT, BN26 5BG, BN26 5AP, BN26 5AX, BN26 5AL, BN26 5AW, BN26 5AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BN26 5AS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 47.9% | -7.2% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 44.9% | 52.1% | 7.2% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.3% | 31.3% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 48.9% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 7.7% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 36.6% | 41.7% | 5.1% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 35.3% | -4.2% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 16.3% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 24% | 14.6% | -9.4% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 9.6% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.3% | 22.6% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 9.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 7.5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 15.5% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 27.2% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.9% | 94.3% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 94.2% | 93.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 2.5% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Way was 22.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.0% lower than the Polegate Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Manor Way has the 6th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Polegate Central and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 493 local areas in Wealden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Manor Way, Polegate, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2022-09-16 | £450,641 |
| 39 Manor Way, Polegate, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-02-11 | £361,296 |
| 39 Manor Way, Polegate, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2020-11-02 | £328,381 |
| 37 Manor Way, Polegate, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2019-08-14 | £322,386 |
| 49 Manor Way, Polegate, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2018-02-15 | £383,840 |
BN26 5AS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 BN26 5AS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polegate Primary School Oakleaf Drive , East Sussex BN26 6PT | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willingdon Primary School Rapsons Road , Willingdon BN20 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,409 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Primary Academy Magnolia Drive , BN22 0SS | 3out of 4 | 2,438 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkland Infant School Brassey Avenue , BN22 9QJ | 3out of 4 | 3,173 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkland Junior School Brassey Avenue , BN22 9QJ | 3out of 4 | 3,173 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willingdon Community School Broad Road , Lower Willingdon BN20 9QX | 3out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road , BN22 9RQ | 3out of 4 | 2,786 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratton School Park Avenue , BN21 2XR | 3out of 4 | 3,645 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Turing School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | - not rated | 3,673 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,239 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cavendish School Eldon Road , BN21 1UE | 3out of 4 | 4,917 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lindfield School Lindfield Road , Hampden Park BN22 0BQ | 4out of 4 | 2,747 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| College Central 124 Brodrick Road , BN22 9RB | 3out of 4 | 3,106 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Court School Larkspur Drive , BN23 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 3,645 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The South Downs School Beechy Avenue , BN20 8NU | 4out of 4 | 5,199 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mill Cafe | 6, The Centre High Street | 372 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 2, The Centre High Street | 388 yd | |
| Cherry Tree Eatery | 71 High Street | 488 yd | |
| The Viceroy | 5 Grand Parade | 788 yd | |
| Your Cafe and Bakery Ltd | 43 Farmlands Way | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse & Groom | The Horse And Groom, 1 High Street | 511 yd | |
| Royal British legion Club Ltd | 27 Victoria Road | 656 yd | |
| Thoroughbred Inn | 6 - 7 Grand Parade | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Stop | Polegate Railway Station High Street | 347 yd | |
| Polegate Fisheries | 31 High Street | 413 yd | |
| Tiffin 2 Go | 36 High Street | 431 yd | |
| Snack Attack | 40 High Street | 438 yd | |
| Calamar | 46 High Street | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group Food Limited | 7, The Centre High Street | 363 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 94 Eastbourne Road | 408 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The William Daly Recreation Ground BRIGHTLING ROAD | grass pitches | 175 yd |
| Polegate Community Centre WINDSOR WAY | 620 yd | |
| Polegate War Memorial Ground POLEGATE TOWN COUNCIL OFFICE POLEGATE TOWN COUNCIL OFFICE WANNOCK ROAD | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Polegate School OAKLEAF DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 730 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.04 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.04 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.