About Crowborough

Crowborough is a town located in East Sussex, England, within the TN6 postcode area. It sits on the edge of the Ashdown Forest, providing access to a variety of outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The town has a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, making it a practical choice for residents and visitors alike. The local community is active, with various clubs and organisations catering to different interests. Crowborough also features several parks and green spaces, ideal for family outings or leisurely strolls. The town is well-connected by road and rail, offering convenient transport links to nearby towns and cities, including Tunbridge Wells and Brighton.

School Ratings in Crowborough

There are 19 schools in and around Crowborough. Beacon Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Crowborough

The average property price is £503K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £662K.

Deprivation and Employment in Crowborough

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Crowborough ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Crowborough

Broadband speeds in Crowborough are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,229 sales

Average Price £503K
£2K — £9.32M
Detached £662K 1,838
Semi £387K 996
Terraced £309K 536
Flat £221K 587

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Acre Wood Academy 0.1 miles St Marys Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Sir Henry Fermor Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Beacon Academy Secondary Outstanding 0.5 miles Ashdown Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St John's Church of England Primary School Primary 1 miles Jarvis Brook Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Rotherfield Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles High Hurstwood Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles St Michael's Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.6 miles St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Crowborough IMD 2025

Crowborough is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,089 Children (0-15) 17%
20,207 Working Age 57%
12,107 Older (60+) 34%
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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Crowborough Train Station 1.2 miles
Eridge Train Station 3.1 miles
Buxted Train Station 4.6 miles
Ashurst (Kent) Train Station 5.1 miles
Uckfield Train Station 6 miles
Frant Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

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

Local Government

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

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