About Guestling Thorn

Guestling Thorn is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the TN35 postcode area. It is situated close to the larger town of Hastings, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding region. The village features a mix of residential homes and open spaces, providing a quiet atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. The area is primarily rural, with fields and woodlands nearby, offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the countryside. Local amenities are limited, but nearby Hastings provides a wider range of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Guestling Thorn serves as a peaceful retreat for those looking to escape the busier towns while still being within reach of urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Guestling Thorn

Guestling Thorn is served by 33 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Guestling Thorn

Property prices average £340K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £257K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Guestling Thorn

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Guestling Thorn, with 60 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Guestling Thorn

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Guestling Thorn 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 Guestling Thorn

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Guestling Thorn, 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 2,760 sales

Average Price £340K
£1K — £4.89M
Detached £520K 753
Semi £311K 583
Terraced £257K 1,038
Flat £182K 282

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
2 Secondary
9 Other
Buckswood School Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Guestling Bradshaw Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Icklesham Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.3 miles The Hastings Academy Secondary 2.1 miles Ore Village Primary Academy Primary Good 2.6 miles Westfield School Primary Good 2.7 miles Sandown Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.7 miles The Flagship School 2.8 miles East Hastings Children's Centre Outstanding 3.1 miles Brede Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles St Thomas' Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles All Saints CofE Junior Academy Primary Good 3.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Guestling Thorn IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Guestling Thorn 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
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,721 Children (0-15) 18%
15,191 Working Age 58%
8,056 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.7% 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 Guestling Thorn 263 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Guestling Thorn is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

88 Violence & Sexual Offences
60 Anti-Social Behaviour
21 Criminal Damage & Arson
21 Vehicle Crime
20 Shoplifting
14 Public Order
13 Other Theft
12 Drugs
4 Burglary
4 Weapons
4 Other Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Sussex Marsham
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

Doleham Train Station 1.1 miles
Three Oaks Train Station 1.3 miles
Winchelsea Train Station 3.3 miles
Ore Train Station 3.7 miles
St Leonards Warrior Square Train Station 5 miles
Rye (Sussex) Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Three Oaks 0.9 miles Lidham Hill 0.9 miles Broad Street 0.9 miles Friar's Hill 1.2 miles Guestling Green 1.2 miles Icklesham 1.4 miles Pett 1.8 miles Bachelor's Bump 2 miles Udimore 2 miles Fairlight 2 miles Pett Level 2.2 miles Cliff End 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Hastings
County East Sussex
Ward Ore
Constituency Hastings and Rye
Parish Hastings, unparished area
Region South East

Streets in TN35 30 shown View all streets

A28 7 Alfred Road 3 All Saints' Crescent 1 Allards 1 Arthurs Close 1 Ashburnham Road 6 Athelstan Road 3 Austen Way 1 Barley Avenue 1 Barley Lane 6 Battery Hill 2 Bedford Road 1 Belmont Road 1 Berlin Road 2 Bishop Avenue 1 Blackthorn Way 1 Boyne Road 2 Brackendale 1 Bramble Way 1 Briar Close 1 Brightling Avenue 2 Broad Way 1 Broadlands 1 Burgess Road 1 Butchers Lane 3 Canute Road 2 Channel Way 1 Chapel Lane 6 Chick Hill 2 Chowns Hill 1

Postcodes in TN35 50 shown View all postcodes

TN35 4AA TN35 4AB TN35 4AD TN35 4AE TN35 4AF TN35 4AG TN35 4AH TN35 4AJ TN35 4AL TN35 4AN TN35 4AP TN35 4AQ TN35 4AR TN35 4AS TN35 4AT TN35 4AU TN35 4AX TN35 4AY TN35 4BB TN35 4BD TN35 4BE TN35 4BF TN35 4BG TN35 4BH TN35 4BJ TN35 4BL TN35 4BN TN35 4BP TN35 4BQ TN35 4BS TN35 4BT TN35 4BW TN35 4DA TN35 4DB TN35 4DD TN35 4DE TN35 4DG TN35 4DH TN35 4DJ TN35 4DL TN35 4DN TN35 4DP TN35 4DQ TN35 4DR TN35 4DT TN35 4DX TN35 4DY TN35 4DZ TN35 4EA TN35 4EB