Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

NORMAN CLOSE, BN27 1EQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORMAN CLOSE, BN27 1EQ.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 41,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

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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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences20
Anti-social behaviour19
Other theft5
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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The Ropemakers' Academy

37 pupils0.8 km
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Hawkes Farm Academy

Good368 pupils0.8 km
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Hailsham Community College

Good1510 pupils1.0 km
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White House Academy

Good186 pupils1.0 km
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Phoenix Academy

Good109 pupils1.1 km
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Grovelands Community Primary School

Good700 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Brights0.9 km
  • Hawkswood Store0.5 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Longleys Farm Cottage0.4 km
fastfood

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