About Alciston

Alciston is a small village located in East Sussex, within the BN26 postcode area of England. It lies just north of the A27 road, close to the town of Lewes, and is surrounded by rolling countryside typical of the South Downs. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to Saxon times, and features a mix of traditional stone and brick buildings. The Church of St Mary, a Grade I listed building, is a notable landmark and reflects the village’s medieval heritage. Alciston is situated near the River Ouse, which adds to the rural character of the area. The village is quiet and residential, with a small community and limited amenities, making it a peaceful place to live or visit. It is well-connected to nearby towns and cities by road and rail, offering access to both countryside and urban facilities.

School Ratings in Alciston

Families in Alciston have access to 18 local schools. Polegate Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

House Prices in Alciston

Homes sell for an average of £371K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £320K.

Deprivation and Employment in Alciston

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Alciston around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Alciston

Broadband services in Alciston range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,212 sales

Average Price £371K
£850 — £20.69M
Detached £494K 616
Semi £320K 889
Terraced £298K 319
Flat £170K 274

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Alfriston School Primary 1.5 miles Firle Church of England Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Bowden House School Good 3.2 miles Cradle Hill Community Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Chyngton School Primary 3.5 miles Denton Community Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 3.8 miles Cuckmere House School 3.9 miles Seaford Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Bede's Senior School 3.9 miles Park Mead Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Seaford Head School Secondary Outstanding 4.1 miles Annecy Catholic Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Alciston IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Alciston are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
4,041 Children (0-15) 16%
14,238 Working Age 55%
9,438 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Berwick (Sussex) Train Station 1.6 miles
Glynde Train Station 3.5 miles
Bishopstone (Sussex) Train Station 4.1 miles
Seaford (Sussex) Train Station 4.2 miles
Newhaven Town Train Station 4.3 miles
Southease Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Berwick 0.6 miles Selmeston 1.4 miles Alfriston 1.4 miles Winton 1.8 miles Milton Street 2 miles West Firle 2.2 miles Wilmington Green 2.5 miles Wilmington 2.6 miles Eckington Corner 2.6 miles Wickstreet 2.6 miles Arlington 2.8 miles Firle 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Polegate North
Constituency Lewes
Parish Polegate
Region South East

Notable & Famous People from Alciston 3 people

Ed Sanders
Actor
British actor in Sweeney Todd
H. R. F. Keating
Writer
English crime fiction writer (1926–2011)
Will Chalker
Model
British model

Streets in BN26 30 shown View all streets

Aberdale Road 2 Ades Field 1 Albert Place 2 Albert Road 3 Alfriston 17c 4 Alfriston Road 2 Back Lane 1 Bahram Road 2 Balmoral Mews 1 Barons Way 2 Bay Tree Lane 1 Bayley's Lane 2 Bernhard Gardens 1 Birch Road 1 Black Path 5 Blenheim Way 1 Bluebell Way 2 Bo Peep Lane 1 Bramley Road 1 Brightling Road 2 Brook Street 5 Brookside Avenue 7 Brown Jack Avenue 1 Buckingham Gardens 1 Burnside 1 Buttercup Drive 1 Caneheath 3 Central Avenue 1 Chapel Hill 1 Charles Moore Court 1

Postcodes in BN26 50 shown View all postcodes

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