About High Cross

High Cross is a small village located in West Sussex, England, within the BN6 postcode area. It is situated near the South Downs National Park, which offers a variety of outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village itself features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, providing a glimpse into rural life in this part of England. The local community is served by a few amenities, including a village hall and a primary school. High Cross is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding countryside or visit nearby towns. The area is also known for its scenic views and opportunities for outdoor pursuits, appealing to those who appreciate nature and a slower pace of life.

School Ratings in High Cross

Families in High Cross have access to 26 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in High Cross

Homes sell for an average of £611K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £749K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in High Cross

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in High Cross

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places High Cross 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 High Cross

Broadband services in High Cross 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 2,780 sales

Average Price £611K
£1K — £21.29M
Detached £749K 1,124
Semi £510K 812
Terraced £409K 422
Flat £252K 288

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
3 Secondary
7 Other
Albourne Church of England Primary School Primary 1.2 miles LVS Hassocks Inadequate 1.5 miles Twineham CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.6 miles St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary 2.3 miles St Lawrence CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Hurstpierpoint College 2.8 miles Bolney CofE Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Farney Close School Good 3.5 miles Jolesfield CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Southway Junior School Primary 3.5 miles St Paul's Catholic College Secondary Outstanding 3.6 miles The Gattons Infant School Primary Good 3.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in High Cross IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, High Cross 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
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,513 Children (0-15) 19%
16,492 Working Age 57%
8,605 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.9% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% 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 High Cross 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in High Cross are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Sussex Steyning, Bramber, Upper Beeding, Ashington and Woodmancote
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

Hassocks Train Station 3.9 miles
Burgess Hill Train Station 4.4 miles
Wivelsfield Train Station 5 miles
Haywards Heath Train Station 6.9 miles
Plumpton Train Station 7.4 miles
Portslade Train Station 7.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Blackstone 0.6 miles Sayers Common 1.4 miles Albourne 1.4 miles Albourne Green 1.4 miles Twineham 1.4 miles West Town 2 miles Henfield 2 miles Twineham Green 2 miles Woodmancote 2 miles Wineham 2 miles Bedlam Street 2.2 miles Nep Town 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Mid Sussex
County West Sussex
Ward Hassocks
Constituency Arundel and South Downs
Parish Hassocks
Region South East

Streets in BN6 30 shown View all streets

3 1 Abberton Field 1 Abbots Close 1 Adastra Avenue 3 Albourne Road 7 Ann Close 1 Badger Close 1 Bankside 1 Barleycroft, The Street 1 Barn Close 1 Barnfield Gardens 1 Beacon Road 1 Beaconhurst 1 Belmont Close 1 Belmont Lane 2 Berrylands Farm 1 Bignall Grove 1 Birch Way 1 Bishop's Close 1 Bishopstone Lane 2 Blackstone Lane 1 Boddingtons Lane 1 Bonny Wood Road 2 Brambles 1 Brangwyns Acre 1 Brighton Road 17 Brook Avenue 3 Brown Twins Road 3 Bullfinch Lane 1 Campion Close 1

Postcodes in BN6 50 shown View all postcodes

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