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Location in East SussexBlacklands sits where the marker shows within the county.

30,832
Population
14,113
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£46,202
Avg. household income
1,147
Businesses
3,345
People per km²
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About Blacklands

Blacklands is a small settlement located in East Sussex, within the TN34 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. There are no major commercial centres or attractions in Blacklands itself, but it offers easy access to nearby villages and towns. The surrounding landscape includes rolling fields and wooded areas, providing opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The community is small and close-knit, with local amenities limited to what is needed for daily life. Its location makes it a convenient base for those exploring the wider region of East Sussex.

School Ratings in Blacklands

Families in Blacklands have access to 47 local schools. East Hastings Children's Centre and Ark Blacklands Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blacklands

Homes sell for an average of £295K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £159K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blacklands

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Blacklands, with 250 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blacklands

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blacklands within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Blacklands

There are 23 GP surgeries within three miles of Blacklands, the nearest being Beaconsfield Road Surgery (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Blacklands

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Property Prices 5,112 sales

Average Price £295K
£600 , £9.4M
Detached £427K 912
Semi £341K 825
Terraced £304K 1,444
Flat £159K 1,633

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
4 Secondary
16 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 2
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN34 postcode area.

Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles Hastings Town Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Mulberry Baird Primary Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Ark Castledown Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Ark Alexandra Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles St Paul's Church of England Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Torfield School Not applicable Outstanding 0.7 miles St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings Primary Good 0.9 miles Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Dudley Infant Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy Primary 0.9 miles

Household Income in Blacklands ONS 2023

The average total household income in Blacklands is approximately £46,202 a year before tax, 16% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,933. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Blacklands £46,202
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,933.

Businesses in Blacklands ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,147 active businesses based in Blacklands, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,147 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Blacklands IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blacklands experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 22%
5,219 Children (0-15) 17%
18,768 Working Age 61%
6,842 Older (65+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.1% 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 Blacklands 1,013 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Blacklands are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 281
Anti-Social Behaviour 250
Shoplifting 117
Public Order 73
Criminal Damage & Arson 71
Vehicle Crime 61
Other Theft 50
Drugs 31
Other Crime 21
Burglary 20
Weapons 14
Bicycle Theft 9
Robbery 9
Theft from Person 6
Local Policing
Sussex Braybrooke
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

Ore Train Station 0.5 miles
St Leonards Warrior Square Train Station 1 miles
West St Leonards Train Station 1.8 miles
Three Oaks Train Station 2.8 miles
Crowhurst Train Station 3.7 miles
Doleham Train Station 4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hastings 0 yards Bohemia 0.6 miles Silverhill 0.6 miles Broomsgrove 0.6 miles West Hill 0.6 miles St Helen's Wood 0.6 miles Old Town 0.9 miles Silverhill Park 0.9 miles Clive Vale 1.2 miles Belmont 1.2 miles St Leonards 1.4 miles Ore 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Hastings
County East Sussex
Ward Castle
Constituency Hastings and Rye
Parish Hastings, unparished area
Region South East

Home Ownership in Blacklands

Of the 14,079 households in and around Blacklands, 57% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 29% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 57% Social rented 14% Private rented 29%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blacklands.

Frequently Asked Questions about Blacklands

What is the population of Blacklands?
Blacklands has a population of approximately 30,832 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Blacklands?
The average property in and around Blacklands sold for about £295,394, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 15% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Blacklands a deprived area?
Blacklands sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Blacklands?
Blacklands is covered by the TN34 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Blacklands?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Blacklands, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Blacklands?
The nearest railway station to Blacklands is Ore Train Station, about 0.5 miles away.

Streets in TN34 30 shown View all streets

Abbotsfield Close 1 All Saints' Street 5 Alpine Road 1 Amberstone Close 1 Amherst Close 2 Amherst Gardens 1 Amherst Road 4 Ashford Road 4 Ashford Way 2 Badgers Way 1 Baird Drive 1 Baldslow Road 3 Bannister Close 1 Barham Close 1 Barnfield Close 1 Beaconsfield Road 3 Beaney's Lane 1 Beatrice Close 1 Becket Close 1 Bembrook Road 2 Benenden Rise 1 Bethune Way 1 Beynon Way 4 Birchway 2 Blacklands Drive 1 Bohemia Road 3 Bohemy Fields 4 Brading Close 1 Braybrooke Close 1 Braybrooke Road 4

Postcodes in TN34 50 shown View all postcodes

TN34 1AB TN34 1AD TN34 1BA TN34 1BE TN34 1BG TN34 1BL TN34 1BP TN34 1BW TN34 1BX TN34 1BY TN34 1DG TN34 1DH TN34 1DJ TN34 1DP TN34 1DQ TN34 1DR TN34 1DT TN34 1DU TN34 1DX TN34 1DY TN34 1EA TN34 1EB TN34 1ED TN34 1EE TN34 1EF TN34 1EH TN34 1EL TN34 1EN TN34 1EP TN34 1EQ TN34 1ES TN34 1ET TN34 1EU TN34 1EX TN34 1FA TN34 1FY TN34 1GW TN34 1HA TN34 1HB TN34 1HE TN34 1HG TN34 1HH TN34 1HL TN34 1HQ TN34 1HT TN34 1HU TN34 1HW TN34 1HY TN34 1JA TN34 1JB