About Danehill

Danehill is a village located in East Sussex, England, within the RH17 postcode area. It is situated approximately five miles north of Haywards Heath and is surrounded by the picturesque countryside typical of this region. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, including a primary school and a few small shops. The nearby Ashdown Forest offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The village is served by a local bus service, connecting it to nearby towns and villages. Danehill has a community spirit, with various events held throughout the year, fostering a sense of togetherness among residents. The village is also close to several historical sites, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider East Sussex area.

School Ratings in Danehill

Families in Danehill have access to 29 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Danehill

Homes sell for an average of £678K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £800K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Danehill

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Danehill, with 11 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Danehill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Danehill 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Danehill

Broadband services in Danehill range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,956 sales

Average Price £678K
£2K — £9.43M
Detached £800K 1,438
Semi £489K 567
Terraced £419K 390
Flat £260K 262

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
1 Secondary
11 Other
Danehill Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Cumnor House School 0.6 miles St Giles CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Nutley Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Central Education Ltd Requires Improvement 2.9 miles Great Walstead School 3 miles Fletching Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles St Augustine's CofE Primary School Primary 3.4 miles St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary 4 miles Lindfield Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 4 miles Step by Step School Limited Outstanding 4.1 miles Newick Church of England Primary School Primary 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Danehill IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Danehill 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
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,084 Children (0-15) 20%
27,242 Working Age 59%
12,285 Older (60+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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 Danehill 70 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Danehill are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

21 Violence & Sexual Offences
11 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Public Order
7 Shoplifting
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Burglary
3 Other Theft
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
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

Haywards Heath Train Station 4.9 miles
Uckfield Train Station 5.6 miles
Balcombe Train Station 6.3 miles
Buxted Train Station 6.3 miles
East Grinstead Train Station 6.7 miles
Wivelsfield Train Station 6.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Furner's Green 0.6 miles Chelwood Common 0.9 miles Birchgrove 1.2 miles Horsted Keynes 1.4 miles Chelwood Gate 1.4 miles Sheffield Green 1.4 miles Cinder Hill 2.2 miles Ford's Green 2.5 miles Nutley 2.5 miles Wych Cross 2.6 miles Splayne's Green 2.6 miles Fletching 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Mid Sussex
County West Sussex
Ward Cuckfield
Constituency Mid Sussex
Parish Cuckfield
Region South East

Notable & Famous People from Danehill 1 people

Margery Corbett Ashby
Politician
British activist (1882-1981)

Streets in RH17 30 shown View all streets

Allwood Crescent 1 Anchor Avenue 1 Ardingly Road 2 Ardings Close 1 Ash Way 1 Ashburnham Drive 3 Ashburnham Mews 1 Aster Way 1 Awbrook Close 1 Balcombe Lane 1 Bankside 1 Barn Meadow 1 Barnfield 1 Barrowfield 1 Baxters Lane 1 Beaconsfield Road 5 Bennetts 1 Bevan Bank 1 Birch Avenue 1 Birch Close 1 Birch Way 1 Birchgrove Road 6 Bishopstone Lane 1 Blackbrook Lane 1 Blackmores 1 Bluebird Grove 1 Blunden Drive 1 Bob Lane 1 Bolney Chapel Road 4 Bolney Road 2

Postcodes in RH17 50 shown View all postcodes

RH17 5AA RH17 5AB RH17 5AD RH17 5AE RH17 5AF RH17 5AG RH17 5AH RH17 5AJ RH17 5AL RH17 5AN RH17 5AP RH17 5AQ RH17 5AR RH17 5AS RH17 5AT RH17 5AW RH17 5AX RH17 5AY RH17 5AZ RH17 5BA RH17 5BB RH17 5BD RH17 5BE RH17 5BF RH17 5BG RH17 5BH RH17 5BJ RH17 5BL RH17 5BN RH17 5BP RH17 5BQ RH17 5BS RH17 5BT RH17 5BU RH17 5BX RH17 5BY RH17 5BZ RH17 5DA RH17 5DB RH17 5DD RH17 5DE RH17 5DF RH17 5DG RH17 5DH RH17 5DJ RH17 5DL RH17 5DN RH17 5DP RH17 5DQ RH17 5DR