About Piltdown

Piltdown is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the TN22 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Sussex countryside, making it a peaceful location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is served by local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops, catering to the needs of residents. Piltdown is also known for its proximity to larger towns, providing easy access to additional services and facilities. The area is well-connected by road, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Piltdown

There are 24 schools in and around Piltdown. Uckfield College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Piltdown

The average property price is £509K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £685K.

Deprivation and Employment in Piltdown

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Piltdown ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Piltdown

Broadband speeds in Piltdown 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 4,289 sales

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

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Fletching Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Rocks Park Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Bonners CofE School Primary Good 1.7 miles Uckfield Children's Centre 1.8 miles Newick Church of England Primary School Primary 2 miles Uckfield College Secondary Outstanding 2.1 miles St Philip's Catholic Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Manor Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Harlands Community Primary & Nursery School Primary Good 2.5 miles Buxted CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Little Horsted Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Nutley Church of England Primary School Primary 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Piltdown IMD 2025

Piltdown is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

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 1.9 miles
Buxted Train Station 3.3 miles
Plumpton Train Station 6.1 miles
Cooksbridge Train Station 6.3 miles
Crowborough Train Station 7 miles
Haywards Heath Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shortbridge 0.9 miles Grisling Common 0.9 miles Down Street 1.2 miles West Park 1.4 miles Rocks Park 1.4 miles Fletching 1.4 miles Splayne's Green 1.4 miles Sharpsbridge 1.4 miles Maresfield 1.8 miles Maresfield Park 1.8 miles Ringles Cross 1.9 miles Fletching Common 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in TN22 30 shown View all streets

Albert Road 1 Alexandra Road 4 Anvil Close 1 Arun Path 1 Ashdown Chase 1 Ashdown View 1 Ashengate Way 1 Aucklandii Walk 1 B2026 1 Back Lane 3 Baker Court 1 Baker Street 2 Barkham Lane 1 Barn Lane 1 Barnett Way 1 Batchelor Way 2 Batts Bridge Road 5 Baxendale Way 2 Beaconsfield Road 1 Beckets Way 4 Bedford Court 1 Bedford Place 1 Beeches Close 1 Beeches Farm Road 1 Beechy Road 1 Belfry Orchard 1 Bell Farm Lane 2 Bell Farm Road 2 Bell Lane 5 Bell Walk 2

Postcodes in TN22 50 shown View all postcodes

TN22 1AA TN22 1AB TN22 1AE TN22 1AF TN22 1AG TN22 1AJ TN22 1AL TN22 1AN TN22 1AP TN22 1AR TN22 1AS TN22 1AT TN22 1AU TN22 1AX TN22 1AY TN22 1AZ TN22 1BA TN22 1BB TN22 1BF TN22 1BH TN22 1BJ TN22 1BL TN22 1BN TN22 1BP TN22 1BS TN22 1BT TN22 1BU TN22 1BW TN22 1BX TN22 1BY TN22 1BZ TN22 1DA TN22 1DB TN22 1DD TN22 1DE TN22 1DF TN22 1DG TN22 1DH TN22 1DJ TN22 1DL TN22 1DN TN22 1DP TN22 1DQ TN22 1DR TN22 1DS TN22 1DT TN22 1DU TN22 1DW TN22 1DX TN22 1DY