Mongers Lane is in Barcombe, Lewes and in Lewes district. BN8 5BQ is located in the Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mongers Lane, Barcombe, Lewes, BN8 5BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN8 5BG, BN8 5AZ, BN8 5BE, BN8 5FT, BN8 5AY, BN8 5BN, BN8 5DP, BN8 5AX, BN8 5BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN8 5BQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 50.2% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 45.8% | 49.8% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 BN8 5BQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% 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 | 24.5% | 28.9% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 55.2% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.7% | 56.8% | 3.1% | 48.4% | 8.4% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 29.7% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 10% | 9.1% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.2% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 14.4% | 15.6% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 7.5% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 14.2% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 16.5% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.5% | 39.3% | -0.2% | 33.8% | 5.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98% | 97.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.3% | 96.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 96.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.2% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mongers Lane was 28.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.6% lower than the Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mongers Lane has the 10th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey and the 106th lowest crime rate of 327 local areas in Lewes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mongers Farm Mongers Lane, Lewes, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2008-12-04 | £830,870 |
BN8 5BQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
BN8 5BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcombe Church of England Primary School Barcombe Cross , BN8 5DN | 4out of 4 | 334 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamsey Community Primary School Cooksbridge , BN8 4SJ | 3out of 4 | 3,039 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School Church Lane , BN7 2HS | 3out of 4 | 5,073 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringmer Primary and Nursery School Harrisons Lane , Ringmer BN8 5LL | 3out of 4 | 5,134 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School Chailey St Peter's Ce Primary School, East Grinstead Road , North Chailey BN8 4DB | 3out of 4 | 5,316 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chailey School Mill Lane , South Chailey BN8 4PU | 3out of 4 | 3,997 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Ringmer Lewes Road , Ringmer BN8 5RB | 3out of 4 | 5,013 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | High Street, Barcombe | 191 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barcombe Recreation Ground School Gardens | grass pitches, tennis courts | 325 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.