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Hartfield

England / South East / Wealden / Hartfield

About

Hartfield ward is located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England. It covers a rural area known for its woodland and open countryside. The ward includes the village of Hartfield, which has historical connections to the author A.A. Milne, who lived nearby and set the Winnie-the-Pooh stories in the surrounding Ashdown Forest.

The area is characterised by small settlements and scattered farms, with a mix of residential and agricultural land. Hartfield ward has a strong community focus, with local amenities including a primary school, shops, and pubs. The ward benefits from its proximity to Ashdown Forest, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which attracts visitors and provides recreational opportunities for residents.

Area overview

On average Hartfield has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hartfield is £58,919 per year. There are 2 schools in Hartfield: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
4.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hartfield Population
3,284
Population density
47.6 per km²

Demographics

British
2,942
89.61%
Other White
188
5.73%
White and Asian (mixed)
31
0.94%
Irish
25
0.76%
Other
17
0.52%
Total population: 3,283

Housing

Owns outright
617
46.15%
Owns with a mortgage
406
30.37%
Private landlord or letting agency
151
11.29%
Other forms of private rent
66
4.94%
Social rents from council
55
4.11%
Total households: 1,337

Property prices in Hartfield

Based on 19 recent sales, the median property price is £720,000 in Hartfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £280,000 up to £2,150,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£775,000
Flats1£280,000
Semi-Detached7£570,000

10 years price trend in Hartfield

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Data Sources

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