Mount Road is in Newhaven and in Lewes district. BN9 0LU is located in the Newhaven North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mount Road, Newhaven, BN9 0LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN9 0LT, BN9 0NR, BN9 0NS, BN9 0NX, BN9 0NZ, BN9 0NG, BN9 0LS, BN9 0ND, BN9 0NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN9 0LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 21.6% | 31.4% | 9.8% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.6% | 50% | -8.6% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.5% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.3% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 6.8% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 41.1% | 48.9% | 7.8% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 34.2% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 11.5% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 22.4% | 19.5% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 25.4% | 11.8% | -13.6% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 17.6% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 6.9% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 14.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 25.6% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.7% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 95.5% 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% | 95.5% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 95.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount Road was 137.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.0% higher than the Newhaven North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mount Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Newhaven North and the 31st highest crime rate of 327 local areas in Lewes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 78.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Mount Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £588,750 | 2023-01-17 | £561,668 |
| 46 Mount Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2017-01-20 | £354,271 |
| 37 Mount Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2013-03-22 | £333,900 |
| 33 Mount Road, Newhaven, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2005-10-21 | £301,065 |
BN9 0LU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% 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.
BN9 0LU 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 BN9 0LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton Community Primary School and Nursery Acacia Road , Denton BN9 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Primary and Nursery School Church Hill , BN9 9LX | 3out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breakwater Academy Valley Road , BN9 9UT | 3out of 4 | 2,476 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Cliff Academy Southdown Road , BN9 9FD | 4out of 4 | 2,530 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaford Primary School Wilkinson Way , BN25 2JF | 3out of 4 | 4,049 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahaven Academy Haven Way , BN9 9TD | 3out of 4 | 2,561 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peacehaven Community School Greenwich Way , BN10 8RB | 3out of 4 | 4,899 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaford Head School Arundel Road , BN25 4LX | 4out of 4 | 5,367 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School South Hilltop House , Palmerston Road BN9 0NS | - not rated | 200 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St. John's School (Seaford) Firle Road , BN25 2HU | 3out of 4 | 3,386 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowden House School Firle Road , BN25 2JB | 3out of 4 | 3,766 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord Sylvania | Unit 8, Avis Way | 832 yd | |
| Brewers Fayre | The Drove Brewers Fayre, The Drove | 844 yd | |
| Kitchen (Sheltered Housing Scheme) | Guinness Court, Iveagh Crescent | 884 yd | |
| Mcdonalds | Mckinlay Way, Newhaven | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Fish | 42 Denton Road, Newhaven | 604 yd | |
| Denton Village Cricket Club | Pavilion, Avis Way Recreation Ground | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chen's Garden | 1 Avis Parade Shops, Old Avis Road | 374 yd | |
| Superfry Fish & Chips | 3 Avis Parade Shops, Old Avis Road | 374 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 2, The Hub, 3 Drove Road | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Supermarket | The Drove, Newhaven | 844 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Denton Cricket Club AVIS CLOSE | grass pitches | 739 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 28.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.63 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.63 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.57 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.