About Glyndebourne

Glyndebourne is located in East Sussex, England, within the BN8 postcode area. It is best known for its opera house, which has been a prominent venue for classical music since it opened in 1994. The estate is surrounded by beautiful gardens and rolling countryside, providing a pleasant setting for visitors. Glyndebourne hosts a summer festival that attracts opera enthusiasts from around the world, featuring a range of performances by renowned artists. The Glyndebourne Opera House is designed with excellent acoustics, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all attendees. In addition to the opera performances, the venue offers guided tours, allowing visitors to learn about its architecture and the history of the Glyndebourne family. The on-site restaurant serves a selection of fine dining options, making it a popular choice for those attending performances.

School Ratings in Glyndebourne

Glyndebourne is served by 18 schools. Chailey Heritage School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Glyndebourne

Property prices average £568K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £718K.

Deprivation and Employment in Glyndebourne

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Glyndebourne falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Glyndebourne

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Glyndebourne, 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 2,216 sales

Average Price £568K
£3K — £5.15M
Detached £718K 917
Semi £441K 612
Terraced £349K 362
Flat £330K 173

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Ringmer Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.2 miles King's Academy Ringmer Secondary Good 1.4 miles Firle Church of England Primary School Primary 2 miles Priory School Secondary Good 2.2 miles South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School Primary 2.2 miles Lewes Children's Centre Good 2.3 miles Western Road Community Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Lewes Old Grammar School 2.7 miles Southover CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 3.1 miles Laughton Community Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Compass Community School Pinetree Park Good 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Glyndebourne IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Glyndebourne 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
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,474 Children (0-15) 16%
16,270 Working Age 58%
9,836 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.8% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Glynde Train Station 1.2 miles
Lewes Train Station 2.4 miles
Southease Train Station 3.3 miles
Cooksbridge Train Station 4.1 miles
Berwick (Sussex) Train Station 4.9 miles
Newhaven Town Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rushy Green 1.2 miles Glynde 1.2 miles Ashton Green 1.4 miles Ringmer 1.4 miles Firle 2 miles Beddingham 2 miles Broyle Side 2 miles Norlington 2 miles Upper Wellingham 2.2 miles West Firle 2.2 miles Lewes 2.5 miles Little Norlington 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Lewes
County East Sussex
Ward Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey
Constituency Lewes
Parish Chailey
Region South East

Streets in BN8 30 shown View all streets

A22 1 A26 3 A27 1 A275 8 Acerlands 1 Ailies Lane 1 Alexander Mead 1 Allington Crescent 1 Allington Place 1 Allington Road 4 Anchor Field 6 Anchor Lane 2 Andros Close 1 Appledene Corner 1 Ashcroft Close 1 Ashtonville Close 1 B2192 2 Badens Close 1 Ballard Drive 3 Banks Road 1 Bannisters Field 1 Barcombe Mills Road 6 Beechwood Lane 1 Beggars Wood Road 4 Beresford Lane 2 Bevernbridge Cottages 1 Birdshole Lane 1 Bishop's Close 1 Bishops Lane 3 Blind Lane 1

Postcodes in BN8 50 shown View all postcodes

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