About Wych Cross

Wych Cross is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the postcode area RH18. It is situated near the Ashdown Forest, which offers various walking paths and opportunities for outdoor activities. The village has a selection of local amenities, including a few shops and a pub, which cater to both residents and visitors. The area around Wych Cross is characterised by its natural beauty, with woodlands and open spaces nearby. The village serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding countryside and attractions, such as the famous Pooh Corner in Hartfield, which celebrates the beloved children's stories by A.A. Milne. Overall, Wych Cross provides a peaceful environment for those looking to enjoy the outdoors and experience the charm of rural East Sussex.

School Ratings in Wych Cross

Wych Cross is served by 21 schools. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wych Cross

Property prices average £637K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £865K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wych Cross

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.

Deprivation and Employment in Wych Cross

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wych Cross 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 Wych Cross

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Wych Cross, 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 555 sales

Average Price £637K
£4K — £6M
Detached £865K 231
Semi £468K 120
Terraced £404K 77
Flat £242K 73

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
1 Secondary
6 Other
Greenfields School 1.6 miles Michael Hall School Good 1.8 miles Cumnor House School 2 miles Forest Row Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.2 miles Danehill Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Step by Step School Limited Outstanding 2.5 miles St Giles CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Nutley Church of England Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Brambletye School 3.1 miles West Hoathly CofE Primary School Primary 3.3 miles Ashurst Wood Primary School Primary 3.3 miles The Meads Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wych Cross IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wych Cross 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
1,675 Children (0-15) 16%
6,157 Working Age 59%
3,483 Older (60+) 33%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.9% 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 Wych Cross 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Wych Cross falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring village.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Sussex Danehill, Fletching and Nutley
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

East Grinstead Train Station 4.5 miles
Dormans Train Station 6.3 miles
Haywards Heath Train Station 6.7 miles
Balcombe Train Station 6.8 miles
Uckfield Train Station 7.1 miles
Buxted Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chelwood Gate 1.2 miles Birchgrove 1.4 miles Tompset's Bank 1.4 miles Chelwood Common 1.9 miles Forest Row 2 miles Highgate 2 miles Charlwood 2.2 miles Sharpthorne 2.6 miles Newbridge 2.6 miles Danehill 2.6 miles Horsted Keynes 2.6 miles Quabrook 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Wealden
County East Sussex
Ward Forest Row
Constituency Wealden
Parish Forest Row
Region South East

Streets in RH18 30 shown View all streets

Ashdown Close 1 Ashdown Road 2 Balfour Gardens 1 Blacklands Crescent 1 Blenheim Fields 1 Brambletye Lane 1 Chapel Lane 4 Chequer Grange 1 Colchester Vale 3 Colemans Hatch Road 2 Crown Wood 1 Dale Road 1 Deerhurst Park 1 Evelyn Clark Square 1 Forest Road 1 Forest Way 2 Four Oaks 1 Freshfield Bank 3 Gage Ridge 1 Gilham Lane 1 Hartfield Road 17 Hatch End 3 Highfields 1 Highgate 1 Highgate Road 3 Highgate Works 1 Hillside 1 Inkpen Lane 1 Kennard Court 1 Kidbrooke Rise 1

Postcodes in RH18 50 shown View all postcodes

RH18 5AA RH18 5AD RH18 5AF RH18 5AH RH18 5AJ RH18 5AN RH18 5AP RH18 5AQ RH18 5AR RH18 5AS RH18 5AT RH18 5AX RH18 5AY RH18 5AZ RH18 5BA RH18 5BD RH18 5BE RH18 5BF RH18 5BG RH18 5BH RH18 5BJ RH18 5BN RH18 5BP RH18 5BQ RH18 5BS RH18 5BT RH18 5BU RH18 5BW RH18 5BX RH18 5BY RH18 5BZ RH18 5DA RH18 5DB RH18 5DD RH18 5DE RH18 5DF RH18 5DG RH18 5DJ RH18 5DL RH18 5DN RH18 5DP RH18 5DQ RH18 5DR RH18 5DS RH18 5DT RH18 5DU RH18 5DW RH18 5DX RH18 5DY RH18 5DZ