About Ansty

Ansty is a small village located in West Sussex, within the RH17 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Horsham, surrounded by rural countryside and rolling hills. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is known for its peaceful atmosphere and close-knit community. Ansty is situated near the A24 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. The area is served by local amenities, including a primary school and a village hall, which host regular community events. While not large, Ansty offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with easy connections to the wider region.

School Ratings in Ansty

Ansty is served by 44 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ansty

Property prices average £678K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £800K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ansty

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Ansty, with 11 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ansty

Ansty falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple 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 Ansty

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Ansty, 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 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

27 Primary
4 Secondary
13 Other
Warden Park Secondary Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Cuckfield Primary 1.2 miles Farney Close School Good 1.7 miles Bolnore Village Primary School Primary 1.7 miles West Sussex Alternative Provision College Good 1.8 miles St Paul's Catholic College Secondary Outstanding 2 miles Bolney CofE Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Harlands Primary School Primary 2.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Sheddingdean Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.5 miles Hambrook School Good 2.6 miles The Gattons Infant School Primary Good 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ansty IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ansty among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

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

Crime in Ansty 70 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Ansty 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 small town.

21 Violence & Sexual Offences
11 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Public Order
7 Shoplifting
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Burglary
3 Other Theft
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Sussex Balcombe, Handcross, Pease Pottage, Ansty, Staplefield and Cuckfield
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

Haywards Heath Train Station 2.3 miles
Wivelsfield Train Station 2.7 miles
Burgess Hill Train Station 3.2 miles
Balcombe Train Station 4.2 miles
Hassocks Train Station 5 miles
Plumpton Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cuckfield 0.9 miles Chownes Mead 1.2 miles Whitemans Green 1.4 miles Bolney 1.9 miles Bolnore 1.9 miles Goddards' Green 2 miles Brook Street 2 miles Abbotsford 2 miles Slough Green 2 miles Crosspost 2.6 miles Haywards Heath 2.6 miles Hickstead 2.6 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