About Wivelsfield

Wivelsfield is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the postcode area RH17. It is situated approximately three miles north of the larger town of Burgess Hill. The village features a mix of residential homes and open countryside, providing a peaceful environment for its residents. Wivelsfield is served by a local primary school and has a community hall that hosts various events throughout the year. The village is well-connected by road and rail, with the nearest railway station located in Wivelsfield itself, offering services to London and other nearby towns. The surrounding area includes several walking paths and green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities. Wivelsfield's close proximity to larger towns allows residents to enjoy both the quiet of village life and the amenities of urban centres.

School Ratings in Wivelsfield

There are 44 schools in and around Wivelsfield. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wivelsfield

The average property price is £678K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £800K.

Deprivation and Employment in Wivelsfield

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wivelsfield 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 Wivelsfield

Broadband availability in Wivelsfield 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 2,956 sales

Average Price £678K
£2K — £9.43M
Detached £800K 1,438
Semi £489K 567
Terraced £419K 390
Flat £260K 262

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

25 Primary
6 Secondary
13 Other
Wivelsfield Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Oak Tree Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital Outstanding 1.6 miles Northlands Wood Primary Academy Primary 1.8 miles St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, Burgess Hill Primary Good 2 miles Sheddingdean Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2 miles Bolnore Village Primary School Primary 2 miles Burgess Hill Girls 2.1 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Hambrook School Good 2.1 miles Warden Park Primary Academy Primary Good 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wivelsfield IMD 2025

Wivelsfield 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
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,084 Children (0-15) 20%
27,242 Working Age 59%
12,285 Older (60+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.8% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Wivelsfield Train Station 1.5 miles
Burgess Hill Train Station 2.1 miles
Plumpton Train Station 2.5 miles
Haywards Heath Train Station 2.7 miles
Hassocks Train Station 4 miles
Cooksbridge Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wivelsfield Green 0.6 miles World's End 1.4 miles Burgess Hill 2 miles Godleys Green 2 miles Scayne's Hill 2.2 miles Bolnore 2.2 miles Abbotsford 2.5 miles Red House Common 2.6 miles Walstead 2.6 miles Haywards Heath 2.6 miles Chownes Mead 2.6 miles Plumpton Green 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Mid Sussex
County West Sussex
Ward Cuckfield
Constituency Mid Sussex
Parish Cuckfield
Region South East

Streets in RH17 30 shown View all streets

Allwood Crescent 1 Anchor Avenue 1 Ardingly Road 2 Ardings Close 1 Ash Way 1 Ashburnham Drive 3 Ashburnham Mews 1 Aster Way 1 Awbrook Close 1 Balcombe Lane 1 Bankside 1 Barn Meadow 1 Barnfield 1 Barrowfield 1 Baxters Lane 1 Beaconsfield Road 5 Bennetts 1 Bevan Bank 1 Birch Avenue 1 Birch Close 1 Birch Way 1 Birchgrove Road 6 Bishopstone Lane 1 Blackbrook Lane 1 Blackmores 1 Bluebird Grove 1 Blunden Drive 1 Bob Lane 1 Bolney Chapel Road 4 Bolney Road 2

Postcodes in RH17 50 shown View all postcodes

RH17 5AA RH17 5AB RH17 5AD RH17 5AE RH17 5AF RH17 5AG RH17 5AH RH17 5AJ RH17 5AL RH17 5AN RH17 5AP RH17 5AQ RH17 5AR RH17 5AS RH17 5AT RH17 5AW RH17 5AX RH17 5AY RH17 5AZ RH17 5BA RH17 5BB RH17 5BD RH17 5BE RH17 5BF RH17 5BG RH17 5BH RH17 5BJ RH17 5BL RH17 5BN RH17 5BP RH17 5BQ RH17 5BS RH17 5BT RH17 5BU RH17 5BX RH17 5BY RH17 5BZ RH17 5DA RH17 5DB RH17 5DD RH17 5DE RH17 5DF RH17 5DG RH17 5DH RH17 5DJ RH17 5DL RH17 5DN RH17 5DP RH17 5DQ RH17 5DR