About Shover's Green

Shover's Green is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the postcode area TN5. This area is primarily residential, offering a quiet lifestyle away from the larger towns. The village features a mix of traditional and modern homes, contributing to its overall character. Local amenities are limited, but nearby towns provide essential services and shops. Surrounding Shover's Green are scenic landscapes typical of the East Sussex countryside. The area is suitable for walking and outdoor activities, with various footpaths and trails available for exploration. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it accessible for those who wish to enjoy both rural and urban settings.

School Ratings in Shover's Green

Shover's Green is served by 13 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shover's Green

Property prices average £639K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £872K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shover's Green

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Shover's Green, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shover's Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shover's Green falls within the mid-range nationally for overall 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 Shover's Green

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Shover's Green, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,370 sales

Average Price £639K
£5K — £5.4M
Detached £872K 483
Semi £453K 379
Terraced £387K 265
Flat £283K 118

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
4 Other
Bricklehurst Manor School Good 0.9 miles Uplands Academy Secondary 1.1 miles Stonegate Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.6 miles Sacred Heart School 1.8 miles Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles The Mount Camphill Community Ltd 2.7 miles Lamberhurst St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Burwash CofE School Primary Outstanding 3.9 miles Etchingham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Mark Cross Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Mayfield Church of England Primary School Primary 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shover's Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shover's Green in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
3,856 Children (0-15) 19%
12,108 Working Age 59%
5,980 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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

Crime in Shover's Green 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Shover's Green falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Other theft tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Sussex Ticehurst, Etchingham, Flimwell, and Stonegate
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stonegate Train Station 2.2 miles
Wadhurst Train Station 2.5 miles
Etchingham Train Station 4.5 miles
Frant Train Station 4.7 miles
Robertsbridge Train Station 6.5 miles
Tunbridge Wells Train Station 7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wallcrouch 0.6 miles Birchett's Green 0.9 miles Stone Cross 0.9 miles Wadhurst 0.9 miles Bardown 0.9 miles Tolhurst 1.2 miles Pell Green 1.4 miles Stonegate 1.4 miles Turner's Green 1.8 miles Sparrow's Green 1.8 miles Cousley Wood 1.9 miles Three Leg Cross 2 miles

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Frant & Wadhurst
Constituency Wealden
Parish Wadhurst
Region South East

Streets in TN5 30 shown View all streets

A21 5 Acres Rise 2 B2087 3 B2099 5 Balaclava Lane 3 Baldock Road 1 Bankside 1 Bardown Road 2 Bassett's Forge 1 Battenhurst Road 1 Berners Court Yard 1 Berners Hill 4 Best Beech Hill 4 Best Beech Lane 1 Bewl Bridge Close 1 Bewlbridge Lane 3 Birchetts Green Lane 5 Bird Lane 2 Blacksmith's Lane 3 Blenheim Way 1 Bocking Close 1 Borders Lane 1 Brinkers Lane 3 Broom Hill 2 Buckhurst Lane 4 Buckland Hill 1 Burnt Lodge Lane 3 Buttons Lane 1 Butts Lane 3 Castle Walk 2

Postcodes in TN5 50 shown View all postcodes

TN5 6AA TN5 6AB TN5 6AG TN5 6AH TN5 6AJ TN5 6AL TN5 6AN TN5 6AP TN5 6AQ TN5 6AR TN5 6AS TN5 6AT TN5 6AU TN5 6AX TN5 6AY TN5 6AZ TN5 6BA TN5 6BB TN5 6BD TN5 6BE TN5 6BF TN5 6BG TN5 6BJ TN5 6BL TN5 6BN TN5 6BP TN5 6BS TN5 6BT TN5 6BU TN5 6BW TN5 6BX TN5 6BY TN5 6BZ TN5 6DA TN5 6DB TN5 6DD TN5 6DE TN5 6DF TN5 6DG TN5 6DH TN5 6DJ TN5 6DL TN5 6DN TN5 6DP TN5 6DQ TN5 6DR TN5 6DS TN5 6DT TN5 6DU TN5 6DX