About Mark Cross

Mark Cross is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the TN6 postcode area. It sits on the edge of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a picturesque landscape of rolling hills and woodlands. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities including a pub and a church, which serve the community and surrounding areas. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient base for exploring the region. It is close to the larger towns of Crowborough and Tunbridge Wells, providing access to more extensive shopping and dining options. The surrounding countryside offers various walking paths and outdoor activities, appealing to those who enjoy nature and the outdoors. Mark Cross is a peaceful place that reflects the character of rural England.

School Ratings in Mark Cross

Mark Cross is served by 27 schools. Beacon Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Mark Cross

Property prices average £503K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £662K.

Deprivation and Employment in Mark Cross

Mark Cross falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple 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 Mark Cross

Most properties in Mark Cross can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. 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

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
2 Secondary
9 Other
Mark Cross Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Rotherfield Primary School Primary Good 2 miles The Mount Camphill Community Ltd 2.3 miles Frant Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Mayfield School 2.8 miles Mayfield Church of England Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Sacred Heart School 2.8 miles Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 3.2 miles Uplands Academy Secondary 3.5 miles Beacon Academy Secondary Outstanding 3.9 miles Ashdown Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Sir Henry Fermor Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Mark Cross IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Mark Cross among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

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

Wadhurst Train Station 2.5 miles
Eridge Train Station 3.2 miles
Frant Train Station 3.4 miles
Crowborough Train Station 3.5 miles
Tunbridge Wells Train Station 4.8 miles
Stonegate Train Station 5.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Heathfield 1.4 miles Town Row 1.4 miles Danegate 1.8 miles Best Beech Hill 1.9 miles Sleeches Cross 1.9 miles Argos Hill 2 miles Tidebrook 2.2 miles Rotherfield 2.2 miles High Cross 2.2 miles Rusher's Cross 2.2 miles Durgates 2.6 miles Rockrobin 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in TN6 30 shown View all streets

A26 1 Adam Close 1 Alamein Close 1 Alderbrook Close 5 Alderbrook Path 1 Alderbrook Way 1 Aldervale Cottages 4 Alice Bright Lane 1 Allfreys Lane 1 Argos Hill 2 Argos Hill Road 1 Ashleigh Gardens 1 Ashley Road 1 Aviemore Road 1 Badgers Close 1 Bailey Place 2 Bainden Close 1 Barnfield 2 Batchelor Crescent 1 Beacon Close 1 Beacon Gardens 3 Beacon Road 30 Beacon Road West 1 Beaver Close 1 Beeches Farm Road 1 Beeches Road 4 Belvedere Gardens 2 Bethany Close 1 Bicycle Arms Road 2 Birches Close 1

Postcodes in TN6 50 shown View all postcodes

TN6 1AA TN6 1AF TN6 1AH TN6 1AL TN6 1AS TN6 1AT TN6 1AU TN6 1AX TN6 1AY TN6 1AZ TN6 1BB TN6 1BD TN6 1BE TN6 1BG TN6 1BH TN6 1BJ TN6 1BL TN6 1BN TN6 1BP TN6 1BS TN6 1BT TN6 1BU TN6 1BW TN6 1BX TN6 1BY TN6 1BZ TN6 1DA TN6 1DE TN6 1DF TN6 1DG TN6 1DH TN6 1DL TN6 1DP TN6 1DQ TN6 1DR TN6 1DS TN6 1DT TN6 1DU TN6 1DX TN6 1DY TN6 1DZ TN6 1EA TN6 1EB TN6 1ED TN6 1EE TN6 1EF TN6 1EG TN6 1EH TN6 1EJ TN6 1EL