BN27 2QA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Hailsham in Hailsham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Hailsham East ward and the Wealden constituency.
This is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BN27 2QA are sourced from Output Area E00107601 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN27 2QA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN27 2QA.
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37
£ 36,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN27 2QA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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.
Area Character
BN27 2QA has a significant social housing presence — 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN27 2QA. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN27 2QA has low crime rates — 21 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
White House Academy
Burfield Academy
Phoenix Academy
Hailsham Community College
The Ropemakers' Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- AJ's Baked0.8 km
- BP Service Station and Burger King0.6 km
- Cost Cutters0.8 km
- Holland & Barrett0.8 km
- Londis Hailsham0.6 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- George Hotel0.6 km
- Grenadier Hotel1.0 km
- Hailsham Memorial Institute0.8 km
- The Railway Tavern0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Age Concern0.8 km
- B12 Bar and Kitchen0.7 km
- Bucklers0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Crosslink Shop Ltd0.7 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Supermarket0.8 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Chan's Takeaway0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Fortune Inn0.9 km
- Green Chilli0.9 km
- Hailsham Pizza and Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate4.0 km
- Pevensey & Westham6.4 km
- Pevensey6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Swan Road0.1 km
- Ersham Way0.3 km
- The Drive0.3 km
- Bowley Road0.4 km
- Bell Banks Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN272QA · Data under Open Government Licence