About Best Beech Hill

Best Beech Hill is a rural area located in East Sussex, within the TN5 postcode region of England. It lies in a wooded landscape, with the surrounding countryside offering a peaceful environment for walking and outdoor activities. The area is known for its natural beauty and is popular with locals and visitors seeking quiet countryside retreats. The name suggests a location with beech trees, which are common in the region and contribute to the area’s distinctive woodland character. The village is situated near the border of East and West Sussex, and while it is not a large settlement, it has a small community with a mix of residential properties. The surrounding fields and woodland provide a tranquil setting, and the area is accessible by road from nearby towns. Best Beech Hill is part of a wider network of rural communities in East Sussex, offering a quiet alternative to more populated areas.

School Ratings in Best Beech Hill

Families in Best Beech Hill have access to 18 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Best Beech Hill

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 Best Beech Hill

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

Deprivation and Employment in Best Beech Hill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Best Beech Hill 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 Best Beech Hill

Broadband services in Best Beech Hill 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

11 Primary
1 Secondary
6 Other
The Mount Camphill Community Ltd 0.9 miles Sacred Heart School 1 miles Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.4 miles Uplands Academy Secondary 1.6 miles Mark Cross Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Frant Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Bricklehurst Manor School Good 3.1 miles Mayfield Church of England Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Mayfield School 3.3 miles Stonegate Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Rotherfield Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Best Beech Hill IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Best Beech Hill 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 Best Beech Hill 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Best Beech Hill 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 Wadhurst
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

Wadhurst Train Station 1 miles
Frant Train Station 3.1 miles
Stonegate Train Station 4 miles
Eridge Train Station 4.8 miles
Tunbridge Wells Train Station 5.2 miles
Crowborough Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Durgates 0.9 miles Rockrobin 0.9 miles Tidebrook 1.2 miles Turner's Green 1.4 miles Sparrow's Green 1.4 miles Wood's Green 1.8 miles Mark Cross 1.9 miles Stone Cross 1.9 miles Wadhurst 1.9 miles Pell Green 2 miles Rusher's Cross 2 miles Combe 2 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