About East Dean

East Dean is a small village located in West Sussex, England. It lies within the South Downs National Park, offering a variety of outdoor activities and scenic walks. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities including a pub and a church. The surrounding countryside features rolling hills and farmland, making it a pleasant area for those who enjoy nature. The village is conveniently situated near the larger town of Chichester, which provides additional shopping and dining options. East Dean is also close to the coast, allowing for easy access to seaside activities. The postcode area for East Dean is PO18, which can be useful for navigation. Overall, East Dean offers a peaceful setting for residents and visitors alike, with opportunities to explore the natural beauty of West Sussex.

School Ratings in East Dean

Families in East Dean have access to 12 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in East Dean

Homes sell for an average of £607K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £784K.

Deprivation and Employment in East Dean

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places East Dean around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in East Dean

Broadband services in East Dean range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,114 sales

Average Price £607K
£1K — £5.2M
Detached £784K 954
Semi £411K 491
Terraced £391K 340
Flat £237K 149

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
4 Other
Singleton CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) Primary Good 2.5 miles West Dean CofE Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Seaford College 3.1 miles Great Ballard School 3.4 miles Boxgrove CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Duncton CofE Junior School Primary Good 4.1 miles Tangmere Primary Academy Primary Good 4.1 miles Lavant Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Slindon College 4.6 miles The March CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles The Amicus School Requires Improvement 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in East Dean IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in East Dean are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,987 Children (0-15) 16%
21,906 Working Age 59%
12,336 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.2% 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

Chichester Train Station 6.4 miles
Barnham Train Station 6.5 miles
Fishbourne (Sussex) Train Station 6.8 miles
Amberley Train Station 7.6 miles
Bosham Train Station 7.7 miles
Ford Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Charlton 1.4 miles Singleton 1.9 miles Upwaltham 2.5 miles West Dean 2.6 miles Graffham 2.8 miles East Lavington 3.1 miles Upper Norwood 3.1 miles Cocking 3.1 miles Eartham 3.1 miles Halnaker 3.1 miles Hoyle 3.1 miles Topleigh 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Chichester
County West Sussex
Ward Lavant
Constituency Chichester
Parish Lavant
Region South East

Streets in PO18 30 shown View all streets

A259 7 A27 2 A285 2 A286 13 Abbotts Close 1 Admirals Walk 1 Aldingbourne Drive 4 Anchor Court 1 Anchor Lane 2 April Gardens 2 Arnold Way 1 Arundel Road 3 Arundell Way 1 Astra Close 1 Augustus Road 2 Aviary Close 1 B2141 10 B2146 20 B2147 2 B2176 1 Baileys Way 1 Barker Close 1 Barnside 1 Basin Road 4 Bethwines Close 1 Billy Fiske Close 2 Binderton Lane 1 Bira Mews 1 Blackboy Lane 5 Blackmill Lane 3

Postcodes in PO18 50 shown View all postcodes

PO18 0AA PO18 0AB PO18 0AD PO18 0AE PO18 0AF PO18 0AG PO18 0AH PO18 0AJ PO18 0AL PO18 0AP PO18 0AQ PO18 0AR PO18 0AS PO18 0AT PO18 0AU PO18 0AW PO18 0AX PO18 0AY PO18 0AZ PO18 0BA PO18 0BB PO18 0BD PO18 0BE PO18 0BF PO18 0BG PO18 0BH PO18 0BJ PO18 0BL PO18 0BP PO18 0BQ PO18 0BS PO18 0BT PO18 0BU PO18 0BW PO18 0BX PO18 0BY PO18 0BZ PO18 0DA PO18 0DB PO18 0DD PO18 0DE PO18 0DF PO18 0DG PO18 0DH PO18 0DJ PO18 0DL PO18 0DN PO18 0DP PO18 0DQ PO18 0DR