About New Town

New Town, located in East Sussex, England, is a small settlement situated within the postal area of TN22. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of modern homes and some older properties. The community is known for its pleasant environment and access to local amenities, including shops and schools. Surrounding New Town, the landscape offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with nearby parks and walking paths. The settlement is conveniently located for those wishing to explore the broader East Sussex region, with easy access to larger towns and cities. Public transport links are available, making it a practical choice for commuters.

School Ratings in New Town

Families in New Town have access to 18 local schools. Uckfield College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in New Town

Homes sell for an average of £509K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £685K.

Deprivation and Employment in New Town

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places New Town 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 New Town

New Town 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 4,289 sales

Average Price £509K
£1K £10.25M
Detached £685K 1,671
Semi £393K 1,044
Terraced £321K 826
Flat £211K 448

Deprivation and Employment in New Town IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, New Town 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
6/10
6,464 Children (0-15) 17%
22,405 Working Age 58%
12,948 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.5% 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

Uckfield Train Station 0.8 miles
Buxted Train Station 2.3 miles
Cooksbridge Train Station 6.4 miles
Crowborough Train Station 6.7 miles
Plumpton Train Station 7.2 miles
Glynde Train Station 7.5 miles

Location

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Uckfield New Town
Constituency Wealden
Parish Uckfield
Region South East