Hawksley Crescent is in Hailsham and in Wealden district. BN27 3GH is located in the Hailsham North West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wealden. This postcode has been in use since 2012-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawksley Crescent, Hailsham, BN27 3GH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN27 3GW, BN27 3GJ, BN27 3GL, BN27 3GX, BN27 3GN, BN27 3GZ, BN27 3GR, BN27 3GP, BN27 3GQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN27 3GH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.3% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.7% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BN27 3GH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.3% | 30.2% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 56.9% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.8% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 0.8% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.3% | 57.2% | -0.1% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 32.1% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 7% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 11.5% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 13% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 16.2% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.5% | 21.7% | 2.2% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 31.6% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.2% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.6% | 93.9% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.4% | 37.2% | 22.2% |
| Christian | 33.4% | 46.2% | -12.8% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawksley Crescent was 72.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.6% higher than the Arlington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hawksley Crescent has the 21st highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Arlington and the 87th highest crime rate of 493 local areas in Wealden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Hawksley Crescent, Hailsham, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2025-01-24 | £320,656 |
| 22 Hawksley Crescent, Hailsham, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-06-26 | £306,906 |
| 53 Hawksley Crescent, Hailsham, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £302,000 | 2023-11-30 | £306,763 |
| 9 Hawksley Crescent, Hailsham, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £416,500 | 2023-08-25 | £415,234 |
| 19 Hawksley Crescent, Hailsham, East Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-12-08 | £257,473 |
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 53 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Education | 40 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grovelands Community Primary School Dunbar Drive , BN27 3UW | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkes Farm Academy Hawks Road , BN27 1ND | 3out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellingly Community Primary School North Street , Hellingly BN27 4DS | 3out of 4 | 1,361 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White House Academy Marshfoot Lane , BN27 2FB | 1out of 4 | 2,360 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burfield Academy Oaklands Way , BN27 3NW | 2out of 4 | 2,707 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hailsham Community College Battle Road , BN27 1DT | 3out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ropemakers' Academy Reef Way , BN27 1FB | - not rated | 2,057 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bede's Senior School The Dicker , Upper Dicker BN27 3QH | - not rated | 2,928 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Head | The Kings Head Lower Horsebridge | 682 yd | |
| The White Hart | The White Hart Lower Horsebridge | 750 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Horsebridge Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Grovelands C P School DUNBAR DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 986 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.