BN27 1BH is a mixed residential area on Vicarage Lane, 0.3km from Hailsham in Hailsham. Administratively it sits within Hailsham Central ward and the Wealden constituency.
For families considering a move, BN27 1BH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 6.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN27 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00181210 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICARAGE LANE, BN27 1BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE LANE, BN27 1BH.
294
50
£ 41,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN27 1BH's 65% ownership and 50-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. Property prices are trending up 6.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN27 1BH. The average age is 50.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 110,000
27 sales · Mean £ 117,592
Detached
£ 340,000
2 sales · Mean £ 340,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BN27 1BH is moderate at 61 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
Phoenix Academy
The Ropemakers' Academy
Hailsham Community College
Grovelands Community Primary School
Burfield Academy
Hawkes Farm Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 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
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Longleys Farm Cottage0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- George Hotel0.3 km
- Grenadier Hotel0.4 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 Ltd0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.2 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Supermarket0.3 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Chan's Takeaway0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.2 km
- Fortune Inn0.2 km
- Green Chilli0.3 km
- Hailsham Pizza and Charcoal Grill0.3 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate4.9 km
- Pevensey & Westham7.0 km
- Pevensey7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Wealden Council Offices0.2 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- High Street0.2 km
- Vicarage Road0.2 km
- Marshfoot Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN271BH · Data under Open Government Licence