About Harley Shute

Harley Shute is a residential area located in East Sussex, England, within the postal code area TN38. This neighbourhood is situated close to the coastal town of Hastings, providing easy access to local amenities and the seaside. The area features a mix of housing styles, catering to a variety of residents. Nearby, you will find several parks and green spaces, ideal for leisurely walks or outdoor activities. The local transport links make it convenient to travel to surrounding areas, while the proximity to Hastings offers additional shopping, dining, and cultural experiences. Overall, Harley Shute provides a comfortable living environment with essential facilities nearby.

School Ratings in Harley Shute

Families in Harley Shute have access to 54 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Harley Shute

Homes sell for an average of £289K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £196K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Harley Shute

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Harley Shute

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Harley Shute within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Harley Shute

Harley Shute 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 4,733 sales

Average Price £289K
£100 £6.79M
Detached £467K 760
Semi £314K 1,062
Terraced £268K 943
Flat £196K 1,769

Deprivation and Employment in Harley Shute IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Harley Shute experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,392 Children (0-15) 18%
25,920 Working Age 62%
11,425 Older (60+) 27%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 49.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.1% 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 Harley Shute 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Harley Shute are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Sussex West St Leonards
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

West St Leonards Train Station 0.4 miles
St Leonards Warrior Square Train Station 1.1 miles
Ore Train Station 2.4 miles
Crowhurst Train Station 2.5 miles
Bexhill Train Station 2.8 miles
Collington Train Station 3.3 miles

Location

Local Government

District Hastings
County East Sussex
Ward West St. Leonards
Constituency Hastings and Rye
Parish Hastings, unparished area
Region South East