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Polegate Central

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About

Polegate Central is a residential ward located in the town of Polegate, within the Wealden district of East Sussex. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, catering to the needs of residents. The ward is well-connected by road and rail, with Polegate railway station providing links to nearby towns and cities.

The area features green spaces such as Hailsham Road Recreation Ground, offering leisure opportunities for the community. Polegate Central has a suburban feel, with a focus on family living. The ward is part of a larger town that retains a small-town atmosphere while benefiting from proximity to larger urban centres like Eastbourne. Public transport and major roads, including the A27, provide easy access to surrounding areas.

Area overview

On average Polegate Central has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Polegate Central is £41,008 per year.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

8.8%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Polegate Central Population

5,107

Population density

2,360.4 per km²

Demographics

British

4,606

90.12%

Other White

140

2.74%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.78%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.74%

Other Asian

0.65%

Total population: 5,111

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

841

41.57%

Owns outright

718

35.49%

Private landlord or letting agency

203

10.03%

Other social rented

150

7.41%

Shared ownership

2.27%

Total households: 2,023

Property prices in Polegate Central

Based on 76 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Polegate Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £147,500 up to £570,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	36	£437,500	£313,813	£383,500	£480,375	£552,500
Flats	8	£202,500	£160,950	£192,500	£210,625	£215,425
Semi-Detached	23	£295,000	£184,400	£275,000	£339,500	£384,500
Terraced	9	£280,000	£150,500	£260,000	£335,000	£361,000

10 years price trend in Polegate Central

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail