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30,604
Population
10,806
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£63,718
Avg. household income
1,639
Businesses
188
People per km²
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About Cackle Street

Cackle Street is located in the county of East Sussex, within the country of England. It falls within the TN22 postcode area, which covers parts of the Weald and the coastal region of East Sussex. The street is situated in a rural area, with surrounding countryside offering a mix of open fields and scattered woodland. The local landscape is typical of the South East, with rolling hills and traditional hedgerows. Cackle Street itself is a quiet residential road, with a small number of houses and a few properties that appear to be older, possibly dating back to the 19th century. The area is well-connected by road, with access to nearby towns such as Eastbourne and Hailsham. There are no major commercial developments on the street, maintaining a peaceful and rural character.

School Ratings in Cackle Street

Families in Cackle Street have access to 24 local schools. Uckfield College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cackle Street

Homes sell for an average of £500K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £665K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cackle Street

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Cackle Street, with 28 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cackle Street

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cackle Street 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.

Property Prices 4,216 sales

Average Price £500K
£1K , £10.25M
Detached £665K 1,638
Semi £387K 1,072
Terraced £325K 770
Flat £197K 407

Household Income in Cackle Street ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cackle Street is approximately £63,718 a year before tax, 15% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,250. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cackle Street £63,718
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,250.

Businesses in Cackle Street ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,639 active businesses based in Cackle Street, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 27 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,639 Total businesses
54 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Cackle Street IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cackle Street 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
6/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 25%
5,143 Children (0-15) 17%
17,857 Working Age 58%
7,615 Older (65+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.5% 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 Cackle Street 84 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Cackle Street are lower than the England and Wales average. While anti-social behaviour is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Anti-Social Behaviour 28
Violence & Sexual Offences 21
Public Order 12
Other Theft 7
Criminal Damage & Arson 5
Shoplifting 5
Other Crime 2
Burglary 1
Drugs 1
Weapons 1
Vehicle Crime 1
Local Policing
Sussex Danehill, Fletching and Nutley
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

Uckfield Train Station 3.2 miles
Buxted Train Station 3.3 miles
Crowborough Train Station 5.1 miles
Eridge Train Station 7.4 miles
Haywards Heath Train Station 7.8 miles
Plumpton Train Station 8.1 miles

Location

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Uckfield New Town
Constituency Wealden
Parish Uckfield
Region South East

Home Ownership in Cackle Street

Of the 12,809 households in and around Cackle Street, 78% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 78% Social rented 8% Private rented 14%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cackle Street

What is the population of Cackle Street?
Cackle Street has a population of approximately 30,604 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Cackle Street?
The average property in and around Cackle Street sold for about £500,099, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 43% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Cackle Street a deprived area?
Cackle Street 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 Cackle Street?
Cackle Street is covered by the TN22 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Cackle Street?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Cackle Street, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Cackle Street?
The nearest railway station to Cackle Street is Uckfield Train Station, about 3.2 miles away.