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About

Lewes Bridge ward is located in the eastern part of Lewes, a historic town in East Sussex. The ward includes areas along the River Ouse, with the iconic Cliffe Bridge connecting it to the town center. It features a mix of residential streets, green spaces, and local businesses, with a focus on community-oriented amenities. The ward is known for its proximity to the South Downs, offering easy access to nature trails and outdoor activities.

The area has a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to a range of residents. Local facilities include schools, parks, and independent shops, along with good transport links to Brighton and other nearby towns. The ward’s riverside location adds to its appeal, with walking paths and views of the surrounding landscape. Lewes Bridge maintains a balance between urban convenience and natural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Lewes Bridge has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lewes Bridge is £42,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Lewes Bridge: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
113
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
15.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lewes Bridge Population
4,834
Population density
1,040.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,175
86.35%
Other White
287
5.94%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
61
1.26%
White and Asian (mixed)
57
1.18%
Other Asian
44
0.91%
Total population: 4,835

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
848
35.59%
Owns with a mortgage
558
23.42%
Private landlord or letting agency
515
21.61%
Social rents from council
230
9.65%
Other social rented
145
6.08%
Total households: 2,383

Property prices in Lewes Bridge

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £395,000 in Lewes Bridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £102,000 up to £1,125,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lewes Bridge in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Lewes Bridge over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£872,500
Flats29£255,000
Semi-Detached9£455,000
Terraced28£492,500

10 years median price trend in Lewes Bridge

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lewes Bridge.

All postcodes in Lewes Bridge

BN72JS

Pinwell Road

BN72LD

Eastgate Wharf

BN72LZ

Broomans Lane

BN72ND

Albion Street

BN72RS

Malling Hill

BN72DD

Fisher Street

BN72LR

Eastgate Street

BN72LG

Broomans Lane

BN72LP

Eastgate Street

BN72RN

Malling Street

BN72XZ

South Downs Road

BN79LE

South Downs Road

BN72JW

Harveys Way

BN72NN

Lewes Central & East

BN72PB

Greyfriars Court

BN72RF

Greyfriars Court

BN72WU

South Downs Road

BN71SF

South Downs Road

BN72BX

South Street

BN72ES

Buckhurst Close

BN72UG

Cliffe High Street

BN72UP

Lewes Central & East

BN79ED

South Downs Road

BN72AR

Harveys Way

BN72HY

Malling Down

BN72JZ

St Nicholas Lane

BN72LT

Broomans Lane

BN72SD

Lewes Central & East

BN72YJ

Brooks Road

BN72BS

South Street

BN72DA

Pinwell Road

BN72EE

Lewes Central & East

BN72FQ

Brooks Road

BN72FR

Broomans Lane

BN72NF

Albion Street

BN86WB

South Downs Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.