BN27 1EQ is a safe, established residential area on Norman Close, 0.5km from Hawthylands in Hailsham. Administratively it sits within Hailsham Central ward and the Wealden constituency.
For serious buyers, BN27 1EQ is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £380k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN27 1EQ are sourced from Output Area E00107584 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORMAN CLOSE, BN27 1EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORMAN CLOSE, BN27 1EQ.
340
44
£ 41,100 /yr
44%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BN27 1EQ — age 44, 79% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £380k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN27 1EQ. The average age is 44.5. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 343,750
2 sales · Mean £ 343,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN27 1EQ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Ropemakers' Academy
Hawkes Farm Academy
Hailsham Community College
White House Academy
Phoenix Academy
Grovelands Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Brights0.9 km
- Hawkswood Store0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Longleys Farm Cottage0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Quality Fish & Chips0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate5.9 km
- Pevensey & Westham7.7 km
- Pevensey7.9 km
Bus Stops
- Harebeating Stores0.1 km
- Harebeating Lane0.1 km
- Harebeating Lane0.1 km
- Harebeating Drive0.2 km
- Harebeating Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN271EQ · Data under Open Government Licence