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

24,146
Population
10,058
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£64,662
Avg. household income
1,270
Businesses
401
People per km²
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About Blackness

Blackness is a small settlement located in East Sussex, within the county of England. It lies in a rural area, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is part of the TN6 postcode area, which covers several nearby hamlets and farms. While not a large community, Blackness retains a quiet, traditional character typical of the Sussex countryside. The surrounding landscape features rolling fields and scattered woodland, offering a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The area is accessible via local roads connecting to nearby towns and villages, with the nearest larger settlements providing essential services. There are no major landmarks or attractions within Blackness itself, but its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider region. The community is small and close-knit, with a focus on rural life and local traditions.

School Ratings in Blackness

Families in Blackness have access to 19 local schools. Beacon Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blackness

Homes sell for an average of £493K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £638K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blackness

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Blackness, with 22 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blackness

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blackness among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Blackness

There are 6 GP surgeries within three miles of Blackness, the nearest being Rotherfield Surgery (0.6 miles away).

Local Data for Blackness

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Property Prices 4,003 sales

Average Price £493K
£100 , £13.63M
Detached £638K 1,727
Semi £389K 962
Terraced £310K 529
Flat £215K 518

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TN6 postcode area.

Beacon Academy Secondary Outstanding 0.2 miles Sir Henry Fermor Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Ashdown Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles St Marys Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Acre Wood Academy Not applicable 0.8 miles Jarvis Brook Primary School Primary 1.3 miles St John's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Rotherfield Primary School Primary Good 2 miles High Hurstwood Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Mark Cross Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School Not applicable 3.7 miles St Michael's Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.8 miles

Household Income in Blackness ONS 2023

The average total household income in Blackness is approximately £64,662 a year before tax, 17% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,261. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Blackness £64,662
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £46,261.

Businesses in Blackness ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,270 active businesses based in Blackness, around 53 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,270 Total businesses
53 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Blackness IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blackness experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 26%
4,036 Children (0-15) 17%
13,827 Working Age 57%
6,282 Older (65+) 26%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.3% 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 Blackness 109 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Blackness is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 43
Anti-Social Behaviour 22
Shoplifting 11
Public Order 9
Other Theft 8
Criminal Damage & Arson 5
Vehicle Crime 4
Drugs 2
Weapons 2
Burglary 1
Robbery 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
Sussex Crowborough North
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

Crowborough Train Station 0.7 miles
Eridge Train Station 2.8 miles
Buxted Train Station 4.8 miles
Ashurst (Kent) Train Station 5.2 miles
Uckfield Train Station 6.3 miles
Wadhurst Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Crowborough 0.6 miles Poundfield 0.6 miles Alderbrook 0.6 miles Steel Cross 0.6 miles Whitehill 0.9 miles Jarvis Brook 0.9 miles Crowborough Warren 1.2 miles St John's 1.4 miles Stone Cross 1.4 miles Boarshead 1.4 miles Sweethaws 1.8 miles Rotherfield 2 miles

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Crowborough Central
Constituency Wealden
Parish Crowborough
Region South East

Home Ownership in Blackness

Of the 9,994 households in and around Blackness, 79% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 79% Social rented 8% Private rented 12%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Blackness

What is the population of Blackness?
Blackness has a population of approximately 24,146 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Blackness?
The average property in and around Blackness sold for about £493,352, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 41% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Blackness a deprived area?
Blackness sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Blackness?
Blackness is covered by the TN6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Blackness?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Blackness, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Blackness?
The nearest railway station to Blackness is Crowborough Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in TN6 30 shown View all streets

A26 1 Adam Close 1 Alamein Close 1 Alderbrook Close 5 Alderbrook Path 1 Alderbrook Way 1 Aldervale Cottages 4 Alice Bright Lane 1 Allfreys Lane 1 Argos Hill 2 Argos Hill Road 1 Ashleigh Gardens 1 Ashley Road 1 Aviemore Road 1 Badgers Close 1 Bailey Place 2 Bainden Close 1 Barnfield 2 Batchelor Crescent 1 Beacon Close 1 Beacon Gardens 3 Beacon Road 30 Beacon Road West 1 Beaver Close 1 Beeches Farm Road 1 Beeches Road 4 Belvedere Gardens 2 Bethany Close 1 Bicycle Arms Road 2 Birches Close 1

Postcodes in TN6 50 shown View all postcodes

TN6 1AA TN6 1AF TN6 1AH TN6 1AL TN6 1AS TN6 1AT TN6 1AU TN6 1AX TN6 1AY TN6 1AZ TN6 1BB TN6 1BD TN6 1BE TN6 1BG TN6 1BH TN6 1BJ TN6 1BL TN6 1BN TN6 1BP TN6 1BS TN6 1BT TN6 1BU TN6 1BW TN6 1BX TN6 1BY TN6 1BZ TN6 1DA TN6 1DE TN6 1DF TN6 1DG TN6 1DH TN6 1DL TN6 1DP TN6 1DQ TN6 1DR TN6 1DS TN6 1DT TN6 1DU TN6 1DX TN6 1DY TN6 1DZ TN6 1EA TN6 1EB TN6 1ED TN6 1EE TN6 1EF TN6 1EG TN6 1EH TN6 1EJ TN6 1EL