About Bodle Street Green

Bodle Street Green is a small settlement located in East Sussex, within the BN27 postcode area. 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 traditional English village layout. The green itself is a central open space, often used for local gatherings and community events. A few cottages and houses line the perimeter, reflecting the area’s long-standing rural character. The village is close to the border with West Sussex and is accessible via minor roads connecting to nearby towns. It offers a tranquil setting for those seeking a slower pace of life, with easy access to the wider South East region.

School Ratings in Bodle Street Green

Bodle Street Green is served by 12 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bodle Street Green

Property prices average £356K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £455K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bodle Street Green

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bodle Street Green, with 76 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bodle Street Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bodle Street Green falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bodle Street Green

Most properties in Bodle Street Green can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,589 sales

Average Price £356K
£800 — £11.44M
Detached £455K 1,955
Semi £297K 1,874
Terraced £259K 1,020
Flat £168K 496

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
3 Other
Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Dallington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Ninfield Church of England Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Headstart Good 3.7 miles Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School Primary 4.3 miles Catsfield Church of England Primary School Primary 4.4 miles Netherfield CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.4 miles Hailsham East Children's Centre Good 4.7 miles Thornton Grove Academy Primary 4.7 miles Hawkes Farm Academy Primary 4.7 miles The Ropemakers' Academy Good 4.8 miles White House Academy Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bodle Street Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bodle Street Green in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,379 Children (0-15) 17%
24,733 Working Age 57%
14,478 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.4% 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 Bodle Street Green 228 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bodle Street Green is above the national average when measured per capita. Anti-social behaviour dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

76 Anti-Social Behaviour
63 Violence & Sexual Offences
24 Criminal Damage & Arson
19 Shoplifting
16 Public Order
7 Other Theft
6 Vehicle Crime
5 Drugs
4 Burglary
3 Other Crime
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Sussex Herstmonceux
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

Normans Bay Train Station 5.9 miles
Cooden Beach Train Station 6 miles
Pevensey Bay Train Station 6.1 miles
Battle Train Station 6.2 miles
Pevensey And Westham Train Station 6.3 miles
Collington Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ponts Green 1.4 miles Chilsham 1.4 miles Windmill Hill 1.4 miles Herstmonceux 1.8 miles Chapel Row 1.8 miles Trolliloes 1.9 miles Brownbread Street 2 miles Stunts Green 2 miles Foul Mile 2 miles Boreham Street 2 miles Churches Green 2 miles Ashburnham Forge 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in BN27 30 shown View all streets

Akehurst Close 2 Amberstone 5 Amberstone View 2 Anglesey Avenue 1 Antares Path 1 Apex Park 2 Archery Walk 5 Arlington Road East 2 Arlington Road West 2 Arran Close 2 Arrow Drive 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Court 1 Ashburnham Place 1 Ashford Close 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Aspinall Grove 1 Aster Close 1 Bagham Lane 4 Barlow Place 1 Barn Close 2 Battle Crescent 2 Battle Road 8 Bayham Road 12 Beckenham Close 1 Beechwood Close 1 Bell Banks Road 5 Berkley Avenue 1 Beuzeville Avenue 1 Bexley Close 2

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