13,423TOTAL POPULATION
5,796HOUSEHOLDS
4.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£35,880AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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BN9 POSTCODE REGION

Brighton (BN9)

The BN9 postcode area is located in the Brighton postcode town region, within the county of East Sussex, and contains a total of 1052 individual postcodes.

There are 9 electoral wards in the BN9 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 Lewes Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 16% of people in BN9 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 BN9 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The BN9 postcode is located in the northeastern tip of Brighton, in the South East of England. BN9 covers the area of Newhaven, an important port town on the coast of the English Channel. The postcode encompasses much of the Old Town in Newhaven as well as several housing estates.

Newhaven is a historical port town that is believed to have been recently settled in the 4th century. It was originally a fishing village, but developed quickly to become an important port town. During the 19th century, Newhaven was a major coal-exporting port.

In recent decades, Newhaven has remained an important port, although its primary focus has shifted to Europe-bound ship traffic. It is home to the Fort Fun Centre, a heritage attraction and the Newhaven Maritime Museum.

Brighton is a popular holiday destination for many Britons and there are a number of hotels in the BN9 postcode area, including the Newhaven Beach Hotel and the Crowne Plaza. The BN9 postcode also encompasses the Newhaven East beach, as well as several beaches in the surrounding area.

Other attractions in the BN9 postcode include Castle Hill Fort and the Newhaven Festival, an annual celebration of the town's heritage and culture.

For the shopaholic, there is the Lion Street Shopping Centre in the heart of Newhaven, as well as independent shops, restaurants, and leisure destinations in the surrounding area.

Those looking for active pursuits will find plenty to keep them entertained, with activities such as fishing, cycling and running trails available nearby, as well as Newhaven Harbour for boat trips and beach walks.

Living in the BN9 postcode comes with an added benefit, as it is adjacent to Peacehaven and boasts stunning views of the South Downs National Park, giving residents opportunities to explore the great outdoors, wild swim in the sea, and take advantage of the many restaurants and bars in the area.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91%WORKING
  • 9%UNEMPLOYED

9% of people in BN9 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 16%AB
  • 58%C2/C2
  • 25%DE

According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 92%WHITE
  • 8%NON-WHITE

92% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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BN9East Sussex

East Sussex

The county of East Sussex

BN9 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.

East Sussex Postal Town Map
Outward CodeBN9
Postal TownBrighton
MSOA NameLewes 008
LSOA NameLewes 008C
CountyEast Sussex
RegionEast Sussex
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityLewes
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

BN9 Electoral Wards

The postal region of BN9, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bishopstone
Denton
Harbour Heights
Mount Pleasant
Newhaven
Norton
Piddinghoe
Rookery Hill
South Heighton
Tarring Neville
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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