About Haywards Heath

Haywards Heath is a town located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area RH16. It is situated approximately 36 miles south of London and serves as a key commuter hub, thanks to its convenient railway connections. The town features a mix of residential areas, local shops, and various amenities, making it a practical choice for those seeking a balance between urban and rural living. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Nearby attractions include the South Downs National Park, which offers scenic views and a range of trails. Haywards Heath also has several parks and recreational facilities, catering to families and individuals alike. With its combination of transport links and green spaces, the town is well-suited for both residents and visitors.

School Ratings in Haywards Heath

Families in Haywards Heath have access to 42 local schools. Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital and Blackthorns Community Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Haywards Heath

Homes sell for an average of £516K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £745K.

Deprivation and Employment in Haywards Heath

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Haywards Heath among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Haywards Heath

Haywards Heath benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,677 sales

Average Price £516K
£1K — £9.43M
Detached £745K 3,077
Semi £458K 2,264
Terraced £384K 1,574
Flat £249K 2,270

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

25 Primary
4 Secondary
13 Other
Oathall Community College Secondary Good 0.3 miles Warden Park Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Mid Sussex Family Hub Requires Improvement 0.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Blackthorns Community Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.5 miles St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Lindfield Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles Harlands Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital Outstanding 0.9 miles Northlands Wood Primary Academy Primary 1 miles Bolnore Village Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Warden Park Secondary Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Haywards Heath IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Haywards Heath experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
10,112 Children (0-15) 20%
29,606 Working Age 60%
12,384 Older (60+) 25%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.1% 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

Haywards Heath Train Station 0.3 miles
Wivelsfield Train Station 2.9 miles
Burgess Hill Train Station 3.8 miles
Balcombe Train Station 3.9 miles
Plumpton Train Station 5 miles
Hassocks Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lindfield 0.9 miles Bolnore 0.9 miles Walstead 1.2 miles Chownes Mead 1.4 miles Cuckfield 1.9 miles Scayne's Hill 2 miles Whitemans Green 2 miles Brook Street 2.2 miles Ansty 2.6 miles Wivelsfield 2.6 miles Wivelsfield Green 2.8 miles Abbotsford 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Mid Sussex
County West Sussex
Ward Haywards Heath Heath
Constituency Mid Sussex
Parish Haywards Heath
Region South East

Notable & Famous People from Haywards Heath 4 people

Dean Cox
Association football player
English footballer (born 1987)
Kaya Scodelario
Actor
British actress
Natasha Bedingfield
Singer
British singer
Tamzin Merchant
Actor
British actress

Streets in Haywards Heath 30 shown View all streets

Acre Close 1 Albert Close 1 Alder Way 1 Allen Road 2 Allwood Crescent 1 Alma Copse 1 Alma Road 1 Amberley Close 5 America Lane 9 Anchor Avenue 1 Anscombe Wood Cresent 1 Appledore Court 1 Appledore Gardens 6 Ardingly Road 4 Ardings Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Way 1 Ashburnham Drive 3 Ashburnham Mews 1 Ashdown Close 1 Ashenground Close 1 Ashenground Road 9 Ashurst Place 1 Aspen Close 1 Aspen Walk 1 Aster Way 1 Augustines Way 2 Awbrook Close 1 Backwoods Close 1 Backwoods Lane 5

Postcodes in Haywards Heath 50 shown View all postcodes

RH16 1AA RH16 1AB RH16 1AF RH16 1AG RH16 1AH RH16 1AJ RH16 1AL RH16 1AN RH16 1AP RH16 1AR RH16 1BA RH16 1BB RH16 1BF RH16 1BG RH16 1BH RH16 1BJ RH16 1BL RH16 1BN RH16 1BP RH16 1BQ RH16 1BX RH16 1BY RH16 1DB RH16 1DF RH16 1DG RH16 1DJ RH16 1DN RH16 1DP RH16 1DR RH16 1DT RH16 1DW RH16 1DY RH16 1DZ RH16 1EA RH16 1EB RH16 1ED RH16 1EE RH16 1EF RH16 1EG RH16 1EH RH16 1EJ RH16 1EL RH16 1EN RH16 1EP RH16 1EQ RH16 1ER RH16 1ES RH16 1ET RH16 1EU RH16 1EW