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 46 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 £310K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £166K.

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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Blacklands

Blacklands benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,386 sales

Average Price £310K
£600 £9.4M
Detached £433K 1,007
Semi £345K 889
Terraced £317K 1,484
Flat £166K 1,688

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
8,224 Children (0-15) 17%
29,636 Working Age 61%
14,234 Older (60+) 29%
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

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

Local Government

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