About Old Town

Old Town in East Sussex is a historic area located in Hastings, England, with the postcode TN34. This part of the town features a mix of architectural styles, including medieval buildings and more contemporary structures. The streets are lined with independent shops, cafes, and galleries, making it a pleasant area for a leisurely stroll. Visitors to Old Town can explore the local history through various landmarks, including the old church and the remains of the castle. The area also hosts a number of events throughout the year, attracting both locals and tourists. With its unique character and community feel, Old Town offers a glimpse into the heritage of Hastings while providing modern amenities for visitors.

School Ratings in Old Town

There are 41 schools in and around Old Town. East Hastings Children's Centre and Ark Blacklands Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Old Town

The average property price is £310K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £166K.

Deprivation and Employment in Old Town

Old Town falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Old Town

Broadband speeds in Old Town are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,386 sales

Average Price £310K
£600 — £9.4M
Detached £433K 1,007
Semi £345K 889
Terraced £317K 1,484
Flat £166K 1,688

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
4 Secondary
14 Other
Torfield School Outstanding 0.4 miles Ark Castledown Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Hastings Town Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Dudley Infant Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings Primary Good 0.6 miles All Saints CofE Junior Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles The Baird Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Primary 1.1 miles East Hastings Children's Centre Outstanding 1.2 miles St Paul's Church of England Academy Primary Good 1.3 miles Lansdowne Children's Centre 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Old Town IMD 2025

Old Town falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,224 Children (0-15) 17%
29,636 Working Age 61%
14,234 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.1% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ore Train Station 0.6 miles
St Leonards Warrior Square Train Station 1.3 miles
West St Leonards Train Station 2.2 miles
Three Oaks Train Station 3.1 miles
Doleham Train Station 4.5 miles
Crowhurst Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Broomsgrove 0.6 miles West Hill 0.6 miles Clive Vale 0.9 miles Belmont 0.9 miles Hastings 0.9 miles Blacklands 0.9 miles Bohemia 1.4 miles Silverhill 1.4 miles Ore 1.4 miles St Helen's Wood 1.4 miles Silverhill Park 1.8 miles St Leonards 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in TN34 30 shown View all streets

Abbotsfield Close 1 All Saints' Street 5 Alpine Road 1 Amberstone Close 1 Amherst Close 2 Amherst Gardens 1 Amherst Road 4 Ashford Road 4 Ashford Way 2 Badgers Way 1 Baird Drive 1 Baldslow Road 3 Bannister Close 1 Barham Close 1 Barnfield Close 1 Beaconsfield Road 3 Beaney's Lane 1 Beatrice Close 1 Becket Close 1 Bembrook Road 2 Benenden Rise 1 Bethune Way 1 Beynon Way 4 Birchway 2 Blacklands Drive 1 Bohemia Road 3 Bohemy Fields 4 Brading Close 1 Braybrooke Close 1 Braybrooke Road 4

Postcodes in TN34 50 shown View all postcodes

TN34 1AB TN34 1AD TN34 1BA TN34 1BE TN34 1BG TN34 1BL TN34 1BP TN34 1BW TN34 1BX TN34 1BY TN34 1DG TN34 1DH TN34 1DJ TN34 1DP TN34 1DQ TN34 1DR TN34 1DT TN34 1DU TN34 1DX TN34 1EA TN34 1EB TN34 1ED TN34 1EE TN34 1EH TN34 1EL TN34 1EN TN34 1EP TN34 1EQ TN34 1ES TN34 1ET TN34 1EU TN34 1EX TN34 1FY TN34 1GW TN34 1HA TN34 1HE TN34 1HG TN34 1HH TN34 1HL TN34 1HQ TN34 1HT TN34 1HU TN34 1HW TN34 1HY TN34 1JA TN34 1JB TN34 1JE TN34 1JG TN34 1JH TN34 1JJ