BN27 1TR is a sought-after residential area on Ilex Green, 0.4km from Hawthylands in Hailsham. Administratively it sits within Hailsham North ward and the Wealden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN27, BN27 1TR offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 61) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 88% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £262k, up 2.9% year-on-year. 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 BN27 1TR are sourced from Output Area E00107572 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ILEX GREEN, BN27 1TR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ILEX GREEN, BN27 1TR.
208
61
£ 41,100 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN27 1TR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 61, BN27 1TR is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 2.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN27 1TR. The average age is 60.7. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 237,000
8 sales · Mean £ 247,062
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN27 1TR has low crime rates — 13 incidents 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
The Ropemakers' Academy
Hailsham Community College
Grovelands Community Primary School
Hawkes Farm Academy
White House Academy
Phoenix Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- AJ's Baked0.8 km
- Brights0.7 km
- Cost Cutters0.8 km
- Hawkswood Store0.8 km
- Holland & Barrett0.8 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Longleys Farm Cottage0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- George Hotel1.0 km
- Grenadier Hotel0.6 km
- Hailsham Memorial Institute0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Age Concern0.8 km
- B12 Bar and Kitchen0.9 km
- Bucklers0.9 km
- Callenders Ltd0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Supermarket0.8 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Chan's Takeaway0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Fortune Inn0.7 km
- Green Chilli0.7 km
- Hailsham Pizza and Charcoal Grill0.7 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate5.5 km
- Berwick (Sussex)7.2 km
- Pevensey & Westham7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Willow Avenue0.1 km
- Harmers Hay Road middle0.2 km
- The Cedars0.2 km
- Harmers Hay Road0.3 km
- Hawthylands Crescent0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN271TR · Data under Open Government Licence