About Ditchling

Ditchling is a village located in East Sussex, England, within the BN6 postcode area. It lies at the foot of the South Downs, providing a scenic backdrop for visitors. The village is known for its historic architecture, including several buildings that date back to the 12th century. The Church of St. Margaret, with its notable tower, is a key landmark that reflects the area's long-standing community. The village has a small selection of shops, cafes, and local amenities, catering to both residents and visitors. Ditchling is also home to various art studios and galleries, showcasing the work of local artists. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape, making it a suitable spot for those looking to explore the outdoors.

School Ratings in Ditchling

Families in Ditchling have access to 40 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ditchling

Homes sell for an average of £611K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £749K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ditchling

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ditchling, with 24 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ditchling

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ditchling 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 Ditchling

Broadband services in Ditchling 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 2,780 sales

Average Price £611K
£1K — £21.29M
Detached £749K 1,124
Semi £510K 812
Terraced £409K 422
Flat £252K 288

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
6 Secondary
12 Other
Ditchling St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles The Windmills Junior School Primary Good 0.9 miles Downlands Community School Secondary Good 1 miles Hassocks Infant School Primary Good 1.2 miles Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, Burgess Hill Primary Good 1.8 miles Burgess Hill Girls 1.9 miles London Meed Community Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Woodlands Meed 2 miles The Burgess Hill Academy Secondary Good 2.1 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Plumpton College 16 plus Good 2.4 miles Plumpton Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ditchling IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ditchling 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
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,513 Children (0-15) 19%
16,492 Working Age 57%
8,605 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.9% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% 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 Ditchling 85 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Ditchling is around the national average, with anti-social behaviour representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

24 Anti-Social Behaviour
17 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Public Order
6 Shoplifting
5 Burglary
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Theft
4 Drugs
4 Other Crime
3 Vehicle Crime
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Sussex Ditchling, Wivelsfield, Westmeston and Streat
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

Hassocks Train Station 1.3 miles
Burgess Hill Train Station 2.1 miles
Plumpton Train Station 2.6 miles
Wivelsfield Train Station 2.8 miles
Falmer Train Station 4.5 miles
Cooksbridge Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Keymer 0.6 miles Hassocks 1.2 miles Clayton 1.4 miles Westmeston 1.4 miles Streat 1.9 miles Hurst Wickham 2 miles World's End 2.5 miles Plumpton Green 2.6 miles Hurstpierpoint 2.6 miles Burgess Hill 2.6 miles Pyecombe 2.6 miles Plumpton 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Mid Sussex
County West Sussex
Ward Hassocks
Constituency Arundel and South Downs
Parish Hassocks
Region South East

Streets in BN6 30 shown View all streets

3 1 Abberton Field 1 Abbots Close 1 Adastra Avenue 3 Albourne Road 7 Ann Close 1 Badger Close 1 Bankside 1 Barleycroft, The Street 1 Barn Close 1 Barnfield Gardens 1 Beacon Road 1 Beaconhurst 1 Belmont Close 1 Belmont Lane 2 Berrylands Farm 1 Bignall Grove 1 Birch Way 1 Bishop's Close 1 Bishopstone Lane 2 Blackstone Lane 1 Boddingtons Lane 1 Bonny Wood Road 2 Brambles 1 Brangwyns Acre 1 Brighton Road 17 Brook Avenue 3 Brown Twins Road 3 Bullfinch Lane 1 Campion Close 1

Postcodes in BN6 50 shown View all postcodes

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