About Friar's Gate

Friar's Gate is a small settlement located in East Sussex, England, within the TN6 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing styles that reflect the local architecture. The surrounding countryside provides a pleasant backdrop for those who enjoy outdoor activities, with various walking routes and green spaces nearby. The community is situated conveniently for access to larger towns and amenities. Residents can easily reach the nearby town of Crowborough, which offers shops, schools, and other essential services. The area is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby cities. Overall, Friar's Gate presents a quiet living environment with the benefits of nearby facilities.

School Ratings in Friar's Gate

Families in Friar's Gate have access to 19 local schools. Beacon Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Friar's Gate

Homes sell for an average of £503K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £662K.

Deprivation and Employment in Friar's Gate

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Friar's Gate 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 Friar's Gate

Friar's Gate benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

Deprivation and Employment in Friar's Gate IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Friar's Gate 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
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

Eridge Train Station 3.1 miles
Ashurst (Kent) Train Station 3.3 miles
Crowborough Train Station 3.4 miles
Cowden (Kent) Train Station 5.2 miles
Buxted Train Station 6.3 miles
Tunbridge Wells Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Local Government

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