BN27 3AX is a safe, established residential area on Ashburnham Place, 0.4km from Upper Horsebridge in Hailsham. Administratively it sits within Hailsham North West ward and the Wealden constituency.
For families considering a move, BN27 3AX represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN27 3AX are sourced from Output Area E00107675 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHBURNHAM PLACE, BN27 3AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHBURNHAM PLACE, BN27 3AX.
315
46
£ 46,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN27 3AX represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
BN27 3AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN27 3AX. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 267,500
1 sales · Mean £ 267,500
Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN27 3AX has low crime rates — 20 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
Grovelands Community Primary School
Hailsham Community College
Hellingly Community Primary School
The Ropemakers' Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Brights0.2 km
- Hawkswood Store0.9 km
- Provenders Lodge0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The White Hart0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Quality Fish & Chips0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polegate6.1 km
- Berwick (Sussex)7.1 km
- Pevensey & Westham8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Ashburnham Place0.0 km
- Lepeland0.1 km
- Lepeland0.1 km
- Lepeland0.1 km
- Lepeland0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN273AX · Data under Open Government Licence