About Earl's Down

Earl's Down is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the TN21 postcode area. The village offers a peaceful countryside setting, surrounded by fields and woodlands. It is primarily residential, with a few local amenities that cater to the needs of its inhabitants. The area is characterised by its traditional architecture, with several period properties that reflect the local building styles. The village is conveniently situated near larger towns, providing easy access to a wider range of services and facilities. Earl's Down is also well-connected by road, making it accessible for those looking to explore the surrounding countryside or visit nearby attractions. The local landscape is ideal for walking and enjoying the outdoors, appealing to those who appreciate nature and rural life.

School Ratings in Earl's Down

Earl's Down is served by 11 schools. Parkside Community Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Earl's Down

Property prices average £462K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £604K.

Deprivation and Employment in Earl's Down

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Earl's Down falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Earl's Down

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Earl's Down, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,012 sales

Average Price £462K
£160 — £3.82M
Detached £604K 1,288
Semi £363K 771
Terraced £299K 315
Flat £181K 412

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Dallington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.7 miles All Saints' and St Richard's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Heathfield Community College Secondary Good 3 miles Parkside Community Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.5 miles Burwash CofE School Primary Outstanding 3.8 miles Maynards Green Community Primary School Primary Good 4 miles St Mary's School 4.1 miles Netherfield CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.1 miles Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Earl's Down IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Earl's Down 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,028 Children (0-15) 15%
14,910 Working Age 57%
9,541 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.5% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stonegate Train Station 4.8 miles
Robertsbridge Train Station 6 miles
Etchingham Train Station 6 miles
Battle Train Station 7.2 miles
Crowhurst Train Station 8.3 miles
Wadhurst Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dallington 0.6 miles Turner's Green 0.6 miles Three Cups Corner 0.9 miles Wood's Corner 1.2 miles Churches Green 1.2 miles Rushlake Green 1.4 miles Punnett's Town 1.4 miles Chapel Cross 2 miles Chapman's Town 2 miles Burwash Common 2.5 miles Twelve Oaks 2.6 miles Warbleton 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Heathfield North
Constituency Bexhill and Battle
Parish Heathfield and Waldron
Region South East

Streets in TN21 30 shown View all streets

Alder Close 1 Alexandra Road 9 All Saints Gardens 1 Ash Tree Close 2 Ashdown Place 1 Aspen Walk 1 Autumn Drive 2 B2096 10 Back Lane 11 Ballsocks Lane 2 Barleymow Lane 1 Battle Road 22 Bay Tree Close 1 Beauford Road 2 Beeches Close 1 Beechwood Lane 1 Bigknowle Hill 2 Birch Way 1 Blackdown Road 2 Bluekiln Lane 3 Bodle Street Road 2 Bracken Way 1 Bramley Avenue 2 Bray Hill Lane 2 Bridge Close 1 Brightling Down Farm Lane 1 Brittenden Lane 5 Broad View 1 Broadhill Close 1 Browning Road 1

Postcodes in TN21 50 shown View all postcodes

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