What's the average income in Heathfield?

Average resident income is about £45,400 per year.

How deprived is Heathfield?

Deprivation score 2/10 (rank 27254 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Heathfield?

Based on 149 recent sales, the median price is £335,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What's the Heathfield population and density?

Heathfield population is 8,080 with density 1144.4 per km².

How many households are in Heathfield?

There are 3,560 households in Heathfield

What are prices by property type in Heathfield?

Latest medians: Detached £488,000, Semi-detached £328,250, Terraced £273,500, Flats £160,000.

How much social housing is near Heathfield?

About 4.5% across the Heathfield area.

What home types are most common in Heathfield?

Housing mix: detached 40.6%, semi-detached 28.5%.

How safe is Heathfield?

Crime level in Heathfield is very low with about 33 crimes per 1,000 residents.

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Q: What schools in Heathfield and how are they rated?

There are 2 schools in Heathfield: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Wealden / Heathfield

About

Heathfield is a small market town in the Wealden district of East Sussex. It lies within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by rolling countryside and woodland. The town has a mix of historic buildings and modern developments, with a focus on local businesses and community services.

Heathfield is known for its weekly market, offering fresh produce and local goods. The area has good transport links, including the A265 road, connecting it to nearby towns like Tunbridge Wells and Eastbourne. Outdoor activities like walking and cycling are popular due to the scenic landscapes. The town also has schools, healthcare facilities, and a range of shops catering to daily needs.

Area overview

On average Heathfield has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 33 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Heathfield is £45,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Heathfield: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

4.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Heathfield Population

8,080

Population density

1,144.4 per km²

Demographics

British

7,483

92.58%

Other White

237

2.93%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.61%

Irish

0.59%

Other Asian

0.47%

Total population: 8,083

Housing

Owns outright

1,510

42.43%

Owns with a mortgage

1,189

33.41%

Private landlord or letting agency

517

14.53%

Social rents from council

173

4.86%

Other social rented

2.11%

Total households: 3,559

Property prices in Heathfield

Based on 149 recent sales, the median property price is £335,000 in Heathfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,000 up to £3,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	51	£488,000	£373,000	£425,000	£585,000	£1,195,000
Flats	31	£160,000	£60,000	£120,000	£198,750	£240,000
Semi-Detached	44	£328,250	£246,188	£293,750	£378,750	£555,500
Terraced	23	£273,500	£225,000	£248,500	£327,250	£424,000

10 years price trend in Heathfield

All postcodes in Heathfield

TN218LL

Mutton Hall Hill

TN218NB

Mutton Hall Hill

TN218YG

Bay Tree Close

TN210AU

Geers Wood

TN210FW

Walderne Gardens

TN211ED

High Street

TN218EL

Vale View Road

TN218LW

Streatfield Gardens

TN218NA

Willow Close

TN218YL

Walnut Close

TN210DR

Holms Close

TN210BA

Heathfield

TN218AF

Hailsham Road

TN218AT

Hailsham Road

TN218DS

Alexandra Road

TN218LE

Highcroft Crescent

TN218QP

Sandy Cross Lane

TN218YB

Lime Way

TN210SL

High Street

TN210BF

Heathfield

TN210SH

High Street

TN210XS

Pook Reed Close

TN211BU

High Street

TN218AG

Harley Lane

TN218AY

Churchill Road

TN218BY

Alder Close

TN218DA

Newnham Way

TN218DL

Collingwood Rise

TN218EE

Alexandra Road

TN218GD

Harley Lane

TN210ND

Back Lane

TN210YE

Thorntree Close

TN218AA

Hailsham Road

TN218AX

Yew Tree Close

TN218BP

Old Ghyll Road

TN218GA

Station Road

TN218PG

Cuckmere Rise

TN218QU

Burwash Road

TN218YD

Woodland Mews

TN218YA

Mulberry Way

TN210AJ

Ghyll Road

TN210XP

Linden Gardens

TN210XW

Wayside Walk

TN218AQ

Harley Lane

TN218BX

Rowan Close

TN218EH

Alexandra Road

TN218EN

Prospect Road

TN218FE

Harley Lane

TN218NN

Mutton Hall Hill

TN218QQ

Beechwood Lane

TN219ZF

High Street

TN211EN

Heathfield

TN210AW

Leeves Close

TN210AX

Heathfield

TN210LT

Back Lane

TN210QD

Back Lane

TN210QH

Back Lane

TN211BN

High Street

TN218EJ

Vale View Road

TN218ET

Hailsham Road

TN218HL

Gibraltar Rise

TN218LR

Firwood Rise

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Data Sources

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

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