brighton BN26 Postcodes
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Brighton (BN26)
The BN26 postcode area is located in the Brighton postcode town region, within the county of East Sussex, and contains a total of 630 individual postcodes.
There are 32 electoral wards in the BN26 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 Wealden Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in BN26 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 BN26 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The BN26 postcode is a six-character alphanumeric postcode for the district of East Sussex in the South East of England. It is part of the Lewes postcode area which is composed of 13 postcode districts and covers the town of Lewes and its surrounding areas.
BN26 covers an extensive area on the south side of the Ouse, including Isfield, Fletching and Chailey, and stretches out to Rodmell and Piddinghoe in the east. The area is predominantly rural, with some beautiful countryside that includes green fields, rolling hills and winding country roads.
The town of Lewes has a long history and is best known for being the county town of East Sussex and its annually celebrated bonfire night. There are quaint streets full of shops, national trusts sites, beautiful nature reserves, castles and historic architecture to explore.
BN26 postcodes have been around since 1974 and cover a part of the South Downs National Park, including towns such as Newick, Rottingdean and Barcombe. There are a few major roads running through the postcode including the A23, A26, A27 and A272.
Public transport links are provided by the railway station located in Lewes which connects to London Victoria Station, and by bus services that run to Eastbourne from numerous locations. For those who want to travel further, Gatwick Airport is a 40 minute drive away.
Education in the BN26 postcode is varied, with everything from pre-schools and voluntary aided primary schools to academies and large grammar schools in the mix. There are also a number of adult education courses and independent schools available for those seeking higher education.
The area is mainly rural, so employment opportunities are in the agricultural and tourism industries, although there are also a growing number of digital businesses located in Lewes.
BN26 postcode area covers a large portion of East Sussex with much to offer, both to those who live and to those who come to visit this picturesque part of the South East.
Demographics
East Sussex
BN26 is located in the county of East Sussex, in England.
East Sussex has a total population of 837,000, making it the 29th largest county in the UK.
East Sussex has a total area of 692 square miles, and a population density of 467 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | BN26 |
| Postal Town | Brighton |
| MSOA Name | Wealden 019 |
| LSOA Name | Wealden 019B |
| County | East Sussex |
| Region | East Sussex |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Wealden |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
BN26 Electoral Wards
The postal region of BN26, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.