About Ridgewood

Ridgewood is a small residential area located in East Sussex, England, within the postcode area TN22. It lies just to the north of the town of Uckfield and is primarily a community of houses and local amenities. The area provides easy access to the surrounding countryside, making it a suitable base for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Local facilities in Ridgewood include a primary school, shops, and parks, catering to the needs of residents. The nearby town of Uckfield offers additional services, including restaurants, supermarkets, and public transport links. The area is well-connected, with main roads providing access to larger towns and cities in the region. Ridgewood serves as a quiet place for families and individuals looking for a suburban lifestyle while remaining close to the conveniences of urban living.

School Ratings in Ridgewood

Ridgewood is served by 21 schools. Uckfield College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ridgewood

Property prices average £509K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £685K.

Deprivation and Employment in Ridgewood

Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood

Most properties in Ridgewood 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 4,289 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
2 Other
Harlands Community Primary & Nursery School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Philip's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Little Horsted Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Rocks Park Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Uckfield College Secondary Outstanding 1.3 miles Manor Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Uckfield Children's Centre 1.4 miles Framfield Church of England Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Annan School Good 2.3 miles Buxted CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Bonners CofE School Primary Good 2.7 miles Blackboys Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ridgewood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ridgewood 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
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 1.4 miles
Buxted Train Station 2.8 miles
Cooksbridge Train Station 6 miles
Glynde Train Station 6.9 miles
Plumpton Train Station 7 miles
Lewes Train Station 7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Horsted Green 0.6 miles Mount Ephraim 0.6 miles New Town 0.6 miles Little Horsted 0.6 miles Manor Park 1.2 miles Uckfield 1.2 miles Framfield 1.4 miles Palehouse Common 1.4 miles West Park 1.4 miles Rocks Park 1.4 miles Shortbridge 1.8 miles Isfield 1.8 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