About Arlington

Arlington is a village located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, within the BN26 postcode area. It lies approximately five miles north of the coastal town of Newhaven and is situated near the A27 road, making it accessible from both the south coast and the wider region. The village is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of residential properties and open fields. Arlington is part of the civil parish of Arlington and Hailsham, and the local area offers a range of amenities including a village hall, a primary school, and a few local shops. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and farmland, typical of the South East England countryside. The village has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere and is popular with those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Arlington

Arlington is served by 29 schools. Polegate Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

House Prices in Arlington

Property prices average £371K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £320K.

Deprivation and Employment in Arlington

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Arlington falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Arlington

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Arlington, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. 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

18 Primary
4 Secondary
7 Other
Park Mead Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Bede's Senior School 1.5 miles East Sussex Academy 2.5 miles Grovelands Community Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Polegate Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.8 miles Alfriston School Primary 3 miles Hailsham Academy All-through 3.1 miles Willingdon Community School Secondary Good 3.2 miles White House Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles The Ropemakers' Academy Good 3.3 miles Willingdon Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Hawkes Farm Academy Primary 3.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Arlington IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Arlington in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

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 1.2 miles
Polegate Train Station 2.8 miles
Hampden Park (Sussex) Train Station 5.1 miles
Glynde Train Station 5.5 miles
Pevensey And Westham Train Station 6.1 miles
Seaford (Sussex) Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Caneheath 0.6 miles Wickstreet 0.9 miles Wilmington Green 1.2 miles Chalvington 1.8 miles Selmeston 1.9 miles Wilmington 1.9 miles Milton Street 2 miles Upper Dicker 2 miles Berwick 2.2 miles Eckington Corner 2.2 miles Summer Hill 2.5 miles Lower Dicker 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

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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