North Road is in Bodle Street Green, Hailsham and in Wealden district. BN27 4RG is located in the Horam & Punnetts Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bexhill and Battle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about North Road, Bodle Street Green, Hailsham, BN27 4RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN27 4RG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.7% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.3% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 4RG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.9% 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 | 24.4% | 20.9% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 63.9% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 19.7% |
| Separated | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 6.3% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 61.1% | 50.7% | -10.4% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 28% | 34.9% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 11.2% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 11.4% | 11% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.4% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 15.2% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 8.9% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 19.9% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 34.6% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 98.6% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 95% | 92.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 92.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0.5% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Road was 48.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.0% lower than the Hellingly average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Hellingly and the 173rd highest crime rate of 493 local areas in Wealden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 North Road, Hailsham, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-04-11 | £470,563 |
| Bean Cottage North Road, Hailsham, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2023-12-13 | £584,251 |
| 1 North Road, Hailsham, East Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2023-04-14 | £415,489 |
| Hillside Cottage, 3 North Road, Hailsham, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2020-10-16 | £503,958 |
| Halfpenny House North Road, Hailsham, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2018-05-21 | £687,143 |
BN27 4RG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BN27 4RG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School Hailsham Road , Herstmonceux BN27 4LG | 3out of 4 | 2,872 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dallington Church of England Primary School The Street , Dallington TN21 9NH | 3out of 4 | 5,005 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse Inn | White Horse Inn White Horse Road | 171 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodle Street Village Hall | 299 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 | 47 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.