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Lewes Castle

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About

Lewes Castle ward is located in the historic town of Lewes, East Sussex. The area is known for its medieval architecture, with Lewes Castle as its centerpiece. The ward includes the castle grounds, the Barbican House Museum, and parts of the High Street. The surrounding streets feature a mix of residential and commercial properties, with many buildings dating back centuries.

The ward is situated on a hill, offering views of the town and the South Downs. It is within walking distance of Lewes Railway Station and the River Ouse. The area has a mix of independent shops, cafes, and pubs, alongside quieter residential streets. The castle and its events contribute to the ward's cultural significance, attracting visitors throughout the year.

Area overview

On average Lewes Castle has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lewes Castle is £42,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Lewes Castle: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
57
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
19.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lewes Castle Population
3,964
Population density
3,049.5 per km²

Demographics

British
3,489
88.06%
Other White
203
5.12%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
47
1.19%
White and Asian (mixed)
41
1.03%
Irish
38
0.96%
Total population: 3,962

Housing

Owns outright
578
32.66%
Owns with a mortgage
420
23.73%
Social rents from council
413
23.33%
Private landlord or letting agency
265
14.97%
Other social rented
41
2.32%
Total households: 1,770

Property prices in Lewes Castle

Based on 49 recent sales, the median property price is £452,500 in Lewes Castle area, with individual transactions ranging from £160,000 up to £1,315,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£960,000
Flats7£210,000
Semi-Detached11£730,000
Terraced30£482,500

10 years price trend in Lewes Castle

All postcodes in Lewes Castle

BN72TG

De La Warr Green

BN72UB

Crisp Road

BN71BN

Park Road

BN71QS

The Avenue

BN71QT

Paddock Lane

BN71XL

Irelands Lane

BN71XS

Rotten Row

BN72BA

Brook Street

BN72DH

Abinger Place

BN72QG

Marshall Lane

BN71XT

Lewes Central & East

BN71YY

Castle Lane

BN72QE

Earls Garden

BN71YQ

Lewes Central & East

BN71DA

Segrave Close

BN72DS

Talbot Terrace

BN71UX

Castle Banks

BN71YJ

Castle Ditch Lane

BN72DG

Fisher Street

BN72PH

North Street

BN72PT

Brook Street

BN72TX

Blois Road

BN71DB

Hill Road

BN71YN

New Road

BN72NZ

Fisher Street

BN72PP

Eastgate Street

BN72QA

Abinger Place

BN72TE

Fitzroy Road

BN71BD

Landport Road

BN71BU

De Warrenne Road

BN71YW

New Road

BN72PL

North Street

BN72PU

Church Row

BN71YZ

New Road

BN72NT

Fisher Street

BN72TW

Buckwell Court

BN71YL

Well House Place

BN72DT

Talbot Terrace

BN72NU

Little East Street
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.