BN27 1DS is a safe, established residential area on Battle Road, 0.2km from Hailsham in Hailsham. Administratively it sits within Hailsham Central ward and the Wealden constituency.
For families considering a move, BN27 1DS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £295k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN27 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00107574 (shared with 80 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BATTLE ROAD, BN27 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BATTLE ROAD, BN27 1DS.
359
42
£ 41,100 /yr
50%
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
BN27 1DS is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN27 1DS. 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
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 255,000
3 sales · Mean £ 276,666
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
7 sales · Mean £ 258,071
Detached
£ 308,000
1 sales · Mean £ 308,000
Flat
£ 205,000
1 sales · Mean £ 205,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BN27 1DS is moderate at 52 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
Hailsham Community College
The Ropemakers' Academy
White House Academy
Grovelands Community Primary School
Phoenix Academy
Hawkes Farm Academy
Burfield Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- AJ's Baked0.4 km
- BP Service Station and Burger King0.8 km
- Cost Cutters0.4 km
- Holland & Barrett0.3 km
- Londis Hailsham0.7 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Longleys Farm Cottage0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- George Hotel0.5 km
- Grenadier Hotel0.2 km
- Hailsham Memorial Institute0.4 km
- The Railway Tavern0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Age Concern0.4 km
- B12 Bar and Kitchen0.5 km
- Bucklers0.4 km
- Callenders Ltd0.1 km
- Costa Coffee0.4 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Supermarket0.4 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Chan's Takeaway0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- Fortune Inn0.3 km
- Green Chilli0.2 km
- Hailsham Pizza and Charcoal Grill0.2 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate5.1 km
- Berwick (Sussex)7.1 km
- Pevensey & Westham7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Hailsham Community College0.0 km
- Hailsham Community College0.1 km
- Old Railway Bridge0.1 km
- Old Railway Bridge0.1 km
- Wealden Council Offices0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN271DS · Data under Open Government Licence