Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

SUSSEX CLOSE, BN27 3EB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUSSEX CLOSE, BN27 3EB.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 40,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BN27 3EB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BN27 3EB — age 49, 79% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 1.6% year-on-year.

home £230,857 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN27 3EB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Sussex Close, 0.4km from Hailsham in Hailsham. Administratively it sits within Hailsham West ward and the Wealden constituency.

For families considering a move, BN27 3EB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k, up 1.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN27 3EB are sourced from Output Area E00107610 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN27 3EB. The average age is 49.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 227,000

5 sales · Mean £ 219,000

Semi-Detached

£ 222,500

4 sales · Mean £ 219,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BN27 3EB has low crime rates — 42 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.

Violence and sexual offences60
Anti-social behaviour55
Public order24
Shoplifting23
Other theft11

school Local Schools

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Hailsham Community College

Good1510 pupils0.4 km
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Grovelands Community Primary School

Good700 pupils0.7 km
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The Ropemakers' Academy

37 pupils0.7 km
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White House Academy

Good186 pupils0.8 km
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Burfield Academy

Good200 pupils1.1 km
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Phoenix Academy

Good109 pupils1.1 km
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Hawkes Farm Academy

Good368 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • AJ's Baked0.5 km
  • BP Service Station and Burger King0.5 km
  • Cost Cutters0.5 km
  • Holland & Barrett0.5 km
  • Londis Hailsham0.5 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • George Hotel0.6 km
  • Grenadier Hotel0.4 km
  • Hailsham Memorial Institute0.3 km
  • The Railway Tavern0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Age Concern0.6 km
  • B12 Bar and Kitchen0.6 km
  • Bucklers0.5 km
  • Callenders Ltd0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee0.5 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.5 km
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Chan's Takeaway0.4 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Fortune Inn0.5 km
  • Green Chilli0.4 km
  • Hailsham Pizza and Charcoal Grill0.4 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Polegate4.8 km
  • Berwick (Sussex)6.7 km
  • Pevensey & Westham7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Sussex Avenue0.1 km
  • Sussex Avenue0.1 km
  • Forest View0.1 km
  • Forest View0.2 km
  • Summerheath Hall0.2 km