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Forest Row & Coleman's Hatch

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About

Forest Row is a village in the Wealden district, located near the Ashdown Forest. It serves as a gateway to the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with easy access to walking trails and outdoor activities. The village has a mix of independent shops, cafes, and a community-focused atmosphere. Local amenities include a primary school, sports facilities, and regular farmers' markets.

Coleman's Hatch is a smaller hamlet situated close to Forest Row, surrounded by woodland and open countryside. It offers a quieter, more rural setting while remaining within reach of Forest Row's amenities. The area is popular with those seeking a peaceful lifestyle, with properties often set in larger plots. Both locations benefit from good transport links to East Grinstead and Tunbridge Wells.

Area overview

On average Forest Row & Coleman's Hatch has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Forest Row & Coleman's Hatch is £58,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Forest Row & Coleman's Hatch: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
6.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Forest Row & Coleman's Hatch Population
6,434
Population density
115.8 per km²

Demographics

British
5,384
83.67%
Other White
595
9.25%
White and Asian (mixed)
94
1.46%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
70
1.09%
Irish
49
0.76%
Total population: 6,435

Housing

Owns outright
1,183
44.17%
Owns with a mortgage
762
28.45%
Private landlord or letting agency
385
14.38%
Social rents from council
184
6.87%
Other forms of private rent
97
3.62%
Total households: 2,678

Property prices in Forest Row & Coleman's Hatch

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £480,000 in Forest Row & Coleman's Hatch area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £2,105,685.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached29£700,000
Flats7£195,000
Semi-Detached18£419,475
Terraced9£410,000

10 years price trend in Forest Row & Coleman's Hatch

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.