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Brighton (BN5)
The BN5 postcode area is located in the Brighton postcode town region, within the county of West Sussex, and contains a total of 422 individual postcodes.
There are 17 electoral wards in the BN5 postcode area, including Arundel, Brighton, Eastbourne, Hailsham, Hassocks, Henfield, Hove, Lancing, Lewes, Littlehampton, Newhaven, Peacehaven, Pevensey, Polegate, Seaford, Shoreham-By-Sea, Steyning, Worthing which come under the local authority of the Horsham Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 35% of people in BN5 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of BN5 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The BN5 postcode is a postcode district located in the Brighton district of East Sussex, England. It includes the adjoining towns of Bolney, Henfield, Hassocks, Hurstpierpoint, Pyecombe and Wineham.
The area is well served by public transport links, with train services running from Hassocks to both London Bridge and London Victoria on the Thameslink route, as well as buses running regularly from Gatwick Airport to Brighton. It is also easily accessible from the A23.
The district is a mix of rural countryside, with a number of farms and historic buildings, and modern residential areas, with a wide range of different housing types to choose from.
Residents of the BN5 postcode area have access to good schools, shops and leisure activities. Notable buildings in the area include the historic Henfield Hall, the beautiful Pyecombe church and the old manor house at Wineham.
The BN5 postcode district is also home to a number of local attractions, such as Wakehurst Place nature reserve, the National Trust's Uppark House and Garden and Pyecombe Golf Course.
It is also a popular destination for visitors, offering a diverse mix of coastal activities, quaint towns and superb countryside.
In terms of economic opportunity, the BN5 postcode district offers a wide range of business and industry opportunities, ranging from sole traders to larger firms. For example, the area is home to Henfield Medical Centre, Henfield Leisure Centre, Eon's Pyecombe Power Station and the British Telecom regional headquarters.
There are also a number of smaller businesses, such as a local brewery, garden centre and arts and crafts shops.
The BN5 postcode district is an attractive location to live, work, visit and invest, with its mix of history, nature, modern amenities and economic opportunities.
Demographics
West Sussex
BN5 is located in the county of West Sussex, in England.
West Sussex has a total population of 843,800, making it the 28th largest county in the UK.
West Sussex has a total area of 770 square miles, and a population density of 423 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | BN5 |
| Postal Town | Brighton |
| MSOA Name | Horsham 014 |
| LSOA Name | Horsham 014B |
| County | West Sussex |
| Region | West Sussex |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Horsham |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
BN5 Electoral Wards
The postal region of BN5, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, April 22, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 35% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.