Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

HAILSHAM ROAD, BN24 5BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAILSHAM ROAD, BN24 5BY.

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Population

418

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 45,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN24 5BY combines high owner-occupation (64%), strong property values (£650k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £650k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN24 5BY is a sought-after residential area on Hailsham Road, 0.3km from Blackness in Stone Cross. Administratively it sits within Stone Cross ward and the Bexhill and Battle constituency.

For serious buyers, BN24 5BY is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £650k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BN24 5BY are sourced from Output Area E00181201 (shared with 17 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 BN24 5BY. The average age is 36.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.8%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 650,000

1 sales · Mean £ 650,000

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

BN24 5BY has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Stone Cross School

Good418 pupils0.6 km
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Hankham Primary School

Good133 pupils0.8 km
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Hazel Court School

Good113 pupils1.1 km
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The Turing School

Requires Improvement577 pupils1.1 km
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Shinewater Primary School

Good384 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Sharnfold Farm0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Coopers0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pevensey & Westham2.6 km
  • Polegate2.7 km
  • Hampden Park2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Milton Street0.0 km
  • Milton Street0.1 km
  • Belle Vue0.2 km
  • Belle Vue0.2 km
  • Crossroads0.4 km