About Terrible Down

Terrible Down is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the BN8 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, which offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Local amenities are limited, but nearby towns provide essential services and shops. The village is well-connected by road, making it easy to reach larger towns and cities in the region. The landscape around Terrible Down is characterised by rolling hills and fields, typical of East Sussex, providing a peaceful setting for residents and visitors alike.

School Ratings in Terrible Down

There are 17 schools in and around Terrible Down. Chailey Heritage School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Terrible Down

The average property price is £568K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £718K.

Deprivation and Employment in Terrible Down

Terrible Down sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Terrible Down

Broadband availability in Terrible Down includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,216 sales

Average Price £568K
£3K — £5.15M
Detached £718K 917
Semi £441K 612
Terraced £349K 362
Flat £330K 173

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
East Hoathly CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Annan School Good 1.6 miles Laughton Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Little Horsted Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles King's Academy Ringmer Secondary Good 3 miles Harlands Community Primary & Nursery School Primary Good 3.1 miles Framfield Church of England Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Ringmer Primary and Nursery School Primary 3.3 miles Chiddingly Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles St Philip's Catholic Primary School Primary 3.3 miles Blackboys Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Manor Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Terrible Down IMD 2025

Terrible Down sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,474 Children (0-15) 16%
16,270 Working Age 58%
9,836 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.8% 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 4.1 miles
Buxted Train Station 4.9 miles
Glynde Train Station 4.9 miles
Berwick (Sussex) Train Station 5.6 miles
Lewes Train Station 6 miles
Cooksbridge Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shortgate 0 yards Laughton Common 0.6 miles Halland 0.9 miles Park Corner 1.4 miles Laughton 1.4 miles Palehouse Common 1.9 miles East Hoathly 2 miles Broyle Side 2.2 miles Davis's Town 2.2 miles Whitesmith 2.2 miles Little Horsted 2.2 miles Eason's Green 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Lewes
County East Sussex
Ward Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey
Constituency Lewes
Parish Chailey
Region South East

Streets in BN8 30 shown View all streets

A22 1 A26 3 A27 1 A275 8 Acerlands 1 Ailies Lane 1 Alexander Mead 1 Allington Crescent 1 Allington Place 1 Allington Road 4 Anchor Field 6 Anchor Lane 2 Andros Close 1 Appledene Corner 1 Ashcroft Close 1 Ashtonville Close 1 B2192 2 Badens Close 1 Ballard Drive 3 Banks Road 1 Bannisters Field 1 Barcombe Mills Road 6 Beechwood Lane 1 Beggars Wood Road 4 Beresford Lane 2 Bevernbridge Cottages 1 Birdshole Lane 1 Bishop's Close 1 Bishops Lane 3 Blind Lane 1

Postcodes in BN8 50 shown View all postcodes

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