Fairisle Close is in Hailsham and in Wealden district. BN27 3HD is located in the Hailsham North West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wealden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairisle Close, Hailsham, BN27 3HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN27 3HE, BN27 3DW, BN27 3DB, BN27 3DU, BN27 3XL, BN27 3HB, BN27 3DZ, BN27 3AN, BN27 3DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN27 3HD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 53.1% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 48% | 46.9% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.3% | 24.2% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 50.4% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 14.6% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.3% | 39.9% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 36.8% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17.7% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4.9% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 24.7% | 22.6% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 10% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 13% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 9.6% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.6% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 23% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.5% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 96.6% | 96.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 96.6% | 96.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairisle Close was 13.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.8% lower than the Arlington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairisle Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Arlington and the 80th lowest crime rate of 494 local areas in Wealden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Fairisle Close, Hailsham, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2025-11-26 | £262,616 |
| 4 Fairisle Close, Hailsham, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-11-06 | £250,110 |
| 9 Fairisle Close, Hailsham, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-07-07 | £276,263 |
| 12 Fairisle Close, Hailsham, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-06-30 | £315,328 |
| 29 Fairisle Close, Hailsham, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,500 | 2024-08-02 | £274,074 |
BN27 3HD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BN27 3HD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grovelands Community Primary School Dunbar Drive , BN27 3UW | 3out of 4 | 491 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grovelands Community Primary School Dunbar Drive , BN27 3UW | - not rated | 491 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkes Farm Academy Hawks Road , BN27 1ND | - not rated | 768 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkes Farm Primary School Hawks Road , BN27 1ND | - not rated | 768 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White House Academy Marshfoot Lane , BN27 2FB | - not rated | 1,596 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hailsham Community College Battle Road , BN27 1DT | - not rated | 1,057 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hailsham Academy Battle Road , BN27 1DT | 1out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hailsham Community College Battle Road , BN27 1DT | - not rated | 1,057 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne Ch Hawks Road , BN27 1NP | - not rated | 555 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jemini Response 52 Summerheath Road , BN27 3DR | - not rated | 1,189 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ropemakers' Academy Reef Way , BN27 1FB | 3out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Sussex Academy Oaklands Way , BN27 3NW | 1out of 4 | 2,281 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bede's Senior School The Dicker , Upper Dicker BN27 3QH | - not rated | 3,498 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grovelands C P School DUNBAR DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Hailsham Community College BATTLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,054 yd |
| Lower Horsebridge Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 1,079 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.46 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.