BN27 1BA is a mixed residential area on Vicarage Lane, 0.2km from Hailsham in Hailsham. Administratively it sits within Hailsham Central ward and the Wealden constituency.
For families considering a move, BN27 1BA represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for BN27 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00107574 (shared with 80 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICARAGE LANE, BN27 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE LANE, BN27 1BA.
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£ 41,100 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN27 1BA's 72% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN27 1BA. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BN27 1BA is moderate at 75 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
White House Academy
The Ropemakers' Academy
Hailsham Community College
Phoenix Academy
Grovelands Community Primary School
Burfield Academy
Hawkes Farm Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- AJ's Baked0.2 km
- BP Service Station and Burger King0.8 km
- Cost Cutters0.2 km
- Holland & Barrett0.2 km
- Londis Hailsham0.7 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Longleys Farm Cottage0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- George Hotel0.3 km
- Grenadier Hotel0.2 km
- Hailsham Memorial Institute0.5 km
- The Railway Tavern0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Age Concern0.1 km
- B12 Bar and Kitchen0.2 km
- Bucklers0.3 km
- Callenders Ltd0.2 km
- Costa Coffee0.2 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Supermarket0.2 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Chan's Takeaway0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.1 km
- Fortune Inn0.2 km
- Green Chilli0.2 km
- Hailsham Pizza and Charcoal Grill0.2 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate4.9 km
- Pevensey & Westham7.1 km
- Berwick (Sussex)7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Wealden Council Offices0.1 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- High Street0.2 km
- Bentley Grange0.2 km
- Tesco0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN271BA · Data under Open Government Licence