Crime level in Rother is moderate with about 62 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What's the Rother population and density?

Rother population is 93,110 with density 182.8 per km².

What's the average income in Rother?

Average resident income is about £41,421 per year.

What are house prices in Rother?

Based on 1,319 recent sales, the median price is £367,500.

How many households are in Rother?

There are 42,102 households in Rother

How much social housing is near Rother?

About 8.7% across the Rother area.

How deprived is Rother?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 16339 of 32844 in country).

What are prices by property type in Rother?

Latest medians: Detached £495,000, Semi-detached £353,000, Terraced £305,000, Flats £200,000.

What home types are most common in Rother?

Housing mix: detached 42.1%, semi-detached 22.9%.

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

There are 51 schools in Rother: 32 primary (4 Outstanding and 23 Good) and 5 secondary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good)

England / South East / Rother

About

Rother is a district in East Sussex, South East England, covering an area of approximately 510 square kilometres. It includes towns like Bexhill-on-Sea, Rye, and Battle, as well as rural villages and parts of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The district has a mix of coastal and inland landscapes, with the River Rother running through it.

The area is known for its historical significance, including the Battle of Hastings in 1066, which took place near the town of Battle. Rye, a medieval town, attracts visitors with its cobbled streets and well-preserved architecture. The district also has agricultural land, woodland, and marsh areas, contributing to its varied scenery. Transport links include the A21 and A259 roads, as well as rail connections to London and Hastings.

Area overview

On average Rother has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rother is £41,421 per year. There are 51 schools in Rother: 32 primary (4 Outstanding and 23 Good) and 5 secondary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

8.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Rother Population

93,110

Population density

182.8 per km²

Demographics

British

85,362

91.67%

Other White

2,634

2.83%

Irish

782

0.84%

White and Asian (mixed)

568

0.61%

Other Asian

553

0.59%

Total population: 93,114

Housing

Owns outright

20,395

48.44%

Owns with a mortgage

10,210

24.25%

Private landlord or letting agency

5,862

13.92%

Other social rented

3,648

8.66%

Other forms of private rent

965

2.29%

Total households: 42,102

Property prices in Rother

Based on 1,319 recent sales, the median property price is £367,500 in Rother area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £3,737,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	571	£495,000	£315,000	£403,000	£650,000	£963,500
Flats	309	£200,000	£110,000	£160,000	£250,000	£354,600
Semi-Detached	255	£353,000	£246,900	£310,000	£430,000	£596,500
Terraced	184	£305,000	£214,050	£266,500	£375,000	£597,750

10 years price trend in Rother

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