About Stone Cross

Stone Cross is a village located in East Sussex, England, within the TN6 postcode area. It lies near the larger town of East Grinstead and is easily accessible via local roads. The village features a mix of residential properties and small local businesses, providing essential services to its residents. The area is surrounded by natural beauty, with several walking paths and green spaces nearby. Stone Cross is also close to the Ashdown Forest, which offers opportunities for outdoor activities. Local amenities include a primary school and a few shops, making it a convenient place for families. The community is friendly and welcoming, with various events held throughout the year to foster connections among residents.

School Ratings in Stone Cross

Families in Stone Cross have access to 23 local schools. Beacon Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Stone Cross

Homes sell for an average of £503K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £662K.

Deprivation and Employment in Stone Cross

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Stone Cross 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 Stone Cross

Stone Cross 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 4,229 sales

Average Price £503K
£2K £9.32M
Detached £662K 1,838
Semi £387K 996
Terraced £309K 536
Flat £221K 587

Deprivation and Employment in Stone Cross IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Stone Cross 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
7/10
6,089 Children (0-15) 17%
20,207 Working Age 57%
12,107 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.3% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Crowborough Train Station 1.3 miles
Buxted Train Station 3.4 miles
Eridge Train Station 4.2 miles
Uckfield Train Station 4.9 miles
Ashurst (Kent) Train Station 6.3 miles
Wadhurst Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Crowborough Central
Constituency Wealden
Parish Crowborough
Region South East