The Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross area in Rother covers a mix of rural villages and countryside in East Sussex. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills, farmland, and wooded areas, with the River Rother flowing through parts of the region. The villages retain a traditional feel, with historic buildings, local pubs, and community-focused amenities. The area is known for its connection to author Rudyard Kipling, who lived in Burwash.
Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with vineyards and farms dotting the surroundings. The area offers walking trails, including parts of the 1066 Country Walk, linking the villages to nearby towns like Battle. Transport links include the A21, providing access to Hastings and Tunbridge Wells. The villages host events such as farmers' markets and seasonal fairs, reflecting the close-knit community spirit.
On average Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross is £46,500 per year. There are 7 schools in Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross: 5 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £460,000 in Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross area, with individual transactions ranging from £151,713 up to £1,750,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 37 | £650,000 |
| Flats | 1 | £347,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 20 | £380,000 |
| Terraced | 9 | £310,000 |
10 years price trend in Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN325HT
Hollingrove Road
TN325QP
Beacon Lane
TN325XE
Junction Road
TN330QU
Crazy Lane
TN330FE
Brede Lane
TN330PL
Reservoir Lane
TN330QF
The Street
TN339PT
Eatenden Lane
TN339QH
Netherfield Road
TN197BP
Hornbeam
TN197EN
High Street
TN197HU
Spring Lane
TN197HX
Spring Lane
TN325EU
Brightling Road
TN325FN
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN325JY
Mountfield Lane
TN325LY
Hoath Hill
TN325QE
Forge Close
TN325SE
Compasses Lane
TN325TQ
Lordine Lane
TN330LF
Netherfield Hill
TN330YE
Brede Lane
TN197BX
Greenfield Road
TN197ES
High Street
TN197JA
Spring Lane
TN325FP
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN325TL
Lordine Lane
TN330NL
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN330RL
Paygate Road
TN330UF
Ladybird Lane
TN197DN
King's Hill Road
TN197ET
High Street
TN197JN
Bines Lane
TN325JR
Church Road
TN325LG
Church Road
TN325RL
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN330GR
Oaklands Park
TN330NU
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN330RR
Rock's Hill
TN339QA
Netherfield Road
TN197NA
Sheepstreet Lane
TN339FS
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN325FE
Hollingrove Road
TN325LE
Mountfield Lane
TN325LR
Eatenden Lane
TN325RD
Dagg Lane
TN325RR
Ellenwhorne Lane
TN339PP
Netherfield Hill
TN197EZ
Garston Park
TN197EP
Ham Lane
TN197JJ
Peartree Hill
TN197JS
Vicarage Lane
TN197LL
Vicarage Lane
TN316JL
Northam Road
TN325FB
Stockwood Meadow
TN325QL
Northam Road
TN325RN
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN325TG
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN330FB
Ladybird Lane
TN330NZ
Park Lane
TN330QQ
Roselands Drive
TN197EA
Bell Alley Road
TN197DT
Bateman's Lane
TN197JX
Ham Lane
TN219NE
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN219LD
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN219NH
Burwash, Sedlescombe & Staplecross
TN330PR
Brede Lane
TN325JA
Battle Road
TN325SG
Junction Road
TN330NA
Canadia Road
TN339PR
Netherfield Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.