BN27 1EL is a safe, established residential area on Harold Avenue, 0.6km from Hawthylands in Hailsham. Administratively it sits within Hailsham Central ward and the Wealden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN27, BN27 1EL offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £438k, up 0.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN27 1EL are sourced from Output Area E00181200 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAROLD AVENUE, BN27 1EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAROLD AVENUE, BN27 1EL.
508
41
£ 41,100 /yr
48%
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
No single demographic signal dominates BN27 1EL — age 41, 79% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £438k 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 1EL. The average age is 41.5. 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
£ 423,750
10 sales · Mean £ 414,700
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
1 sales · Mean £ 280,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN27 1EL has low crime rates — 33 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
Hawkes Farm Academy
The Ropemakers' Academy
White House Academy
Hailsham Community College
Phoenix Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Hawkswood Store0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Longleys Farm Cottage0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Amberstone Hospital Servery1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Quality Fish & Chips0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate6.2 km
- Pevensey & Westham7.8 km
- Pevensey8.0 km
Bus Stops
- Harebeating Drive0.2 km
- Harebeating Drive0.2 km
- Harebeating Drive0.2 km
- Park Gate0.2 km
- Park Gate0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN271EL · Data under Open Government Licence