Uptons Mill Lane is in Framfield, Uckfield and in Wealden district. TN22 5QQ is located in the Framfield & Cross-in-Hand electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wealden. This postcode has been in use since 2008-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Uptons Mill Lane, Framfield, Uckfield, TN22 5QQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TN22 5QQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 48.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 51% | 51.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TN22 5QQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.6% | 25.4% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.2% | 60.5% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 6.9% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.7% | 55.1% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 27.5% | -10.0% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.6% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 12.7% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 12.4% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.2% | 19.3% | 0.1% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.4% | 33.1% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.7% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 96.7% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 95.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Uptons Mill Lane was 37.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.3% higher than the Buxted average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Uptons Mill Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Buxted and the 243rd highest crime rate of 493 local areas in Wealden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptons Mill Oast House Uptons Mill Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2021-09-28 | £1,013,193 |
| Uptons Mill Uptons Mill Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex Other, an established residential building | £1,350,000 | 2021-06-29 | £1,392,881 |
| Heavers Mill Uptons Mill Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2006-12-06 | £1,332,789 |
| Heavers Mill Uptons Mill Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2002-08-15 | £1,132,451 |
| Uptons Mill Uptons Mill Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 1997-04-08 | £1,270,333 |
TN22 5QQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
TN22 5QQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Framfield Church of England Primary School The Street , Framfield TN22 5NR | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackboys Church of England Primary School School Lane , Blackboys TN22 5LL | 4out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Downsview Crescent , TN22 1UB | 3out of 4 | 2,558 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlands Primary School Mallard Drive , TN22 5PW | 3out of 4 | 2,878 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxted CofE Primary School Hurstwood Road , Buxted TN22 4BB | 3out of 4 | 2,961 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uckfield College Downsview Crescent , TN22 3DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,905 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annan School Annan Farm , Lewes Road TN22 5RE | - not rated | 3,837 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Framfield Recreation Ground THE STREET | grass pitches | 1,050 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 25.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.