About Bardown

Bardown is a small village located in the county of East Sussex, in the south-east of England. It lies within the TN5 postcode area and is situated near the town of Hailsham. The village is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside surroundings. Bardown is part of the Weald, an area known for its rolling hills and wooded landscapes. The local community is quiet and residential, with a mix of older cottages and more modern homes. There are no major commercial centres within the village itself, but nearby towns provide access to shops, schools, and public services. The area is well-connected by road, with the A22 and A27 providing routes to larger towns and cities. Bardown offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a quieter lifestyle within easy reach of urban amenities.

School Ratings in Bardown

Families in Bardown have access to 12 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bardown

Homes sell for an average of £639K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £872K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bardown

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Bardown, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bardown

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bardown around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bardown

Broadband services in Bardown 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 1,370 sales

Average Price £639K
£5K — £5.4M
Detached £872K 483
Semi £453K 379
Terraced £387K 265
Flat £283K 118

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Bricklehurst Manor School Good 0.3 miles Stonegate Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Uplands Academy Secondary 2 miles Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.5 miles Sacred Heart School 2.7 miles Burwash CofE School Primary Outstanding 3.1 miles Etchingham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles The Mount Camphill Community Ltd 3.5 miles Lamberhurst St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary 4.6 miles Mayfield Church of England Primary School Primary 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bardown IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bardown 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
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
3,856 Children (0-15) 19%
12,108 Working Age 59%
5,980 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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

Crime in Bardown 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bardown are lower than the England and Wales average. While other theft is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Sussex Ticehurst, Etchingham, Flimwell, and Stonegate
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stonegate Train Station 1.5 miles
Wadhurst Train Station 3.4 miles
Etchingham Train Station 3.6 miles
Frant Train Station 5.5 miles
Robertsbridge Train Station 5.6 miles
Tunbridge Wells Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stonegate 0.6 miles Wallcrouch 0.6 miles Tolhurst 0.9 miles Shover's Green 0.9 miles Birchett's Green 1.2 miles Three Leg Cross 1.8 miles Stone Cross 1.8 miles Wadhurst 1.8 miles Ticehurst 2 miles Witherenden Hill 2.2 miles Pell Green 2.2 miles Lower Cousley Wood 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Frant & Wadhurst
Constituency Wealden
Parish Wadhurst
Region South East

Streets in TN5 30 shown View all streets

A21 5 Acres Rise 2 B2087 3 B2099 5 Balaclava Lane 3 Baldock Road 1 Bankside 1 Bardown Road 2 Bassett's Forge 1 Battenhurst Road 1 Berners Court Yard 1 Berners Hill 4 Best Beech Hill 4 Best Beech Lane 1 Bewl Bridge Close 1 Bewlbridge Lane 3 Birchetts Green Lane 5 Bird Lane 2 Blacksmith's Lane 3 Blenheim Way 1 Bocking Close 1 Borders Lane 1 Brinkers Lane 3 Broom Hill 2 Buckhurst Lane 4 Buckland Hill 1 Burnt Lodge Lane 3 Buttons Lane 1 Butts Lane 3 Castle Walk 2

Postcodes in TN5 50 shown View all postcodes

TN5 6AA TN5 6AB TN5 6AG TN5 6AH TN5 6AJ TN5 6AL TN5 6AN TN5 6AP TN5 6AQ TN5 6AR TN5 6AS TN5 6AT TN5 6AU TN5 6AX TN5 6AY TN5 6AZ TN5 6BA TN5 6BB TN5 6BD TN5 6BE TN5 6BF TN5 6BG TN5 6BJ TN5 6BL TN5 6BN TN5 6BP TN5 6BS TN5 6BT TN5 6BU TN5 6BW TN5 6BX TN5 6BY TN5 6BZ TN5 6DA TN5 6DB TN5 6DD TN5 6DE TN5 6DF TN5 6DG TN5 6DH TN5 6DJ TN5 6DL TN5 6DN TN5 6DP TN5 6DQ TN5 6DR TN5 6DS TN5 6DT TN5 6DU TN5 6DX