Welcome to Bates & Co Sales & Lettings in Stone Cross

Ideally positioned between Eastbourne, Pevensey and Hailsham, Stone Cross has become one of East Sussex’s most desirable places to live, buy and invest. With its mix of modern developments, traditional homes and excellent road links, the area consistently performs strongly in both the sales and lettings markets.

From spacious family houses in Stone Cross village centre to newer developments around Rattle Road and Shinewater Lane, Stone Cross offers something for every buyer, seller, landlord and tenant. Below, we highlight the most popular areas in Stone Cross and explain why demand continues to grow.

Whether you’re buying your first home, expanding your property portfolio, or preparing to sell, our role as trusted Stone Cross estate and letting agents is to help you make the right move in this thriving village.

Living in Stone Cross

Stone Cross is a well-connected semi-rural village just outside Eastbourne, attracting families, commuters, retirees and professionals. Surrounded by countryside and close to the Pevensey Levels, the area offers peaceful living with modern conveniences nearby.

Residents enjoy a selection of independent shops, pubs, cafés, and quick access to the shopping, leisure and coastal attractions of Eastbourne. Stone Cross provides the perfect balance of quiet village life and excellent commuter links via Polegate station and the A22/A27.

The local property market features new-build estates, established family homes, bungalows and character cottages—creating strong appeal across both sales and rentals.

Areas in Stone Cross

Stone Cross Village Centre

The heart of the village, offering a mix of family homes, modern estates and traditional properties. Sale prices range £350,000 – £600,000+ with rentals around £1,200 – £1,700pcm. Popular with families and commuters.

Primary Schools:

• Stone Cross School — Good (Ofsted 2022) Source - Ofsted Report
• West Rise Junior School — Good (2018)

Secondary Schools:

• Willingdon Community School — Good (2017)
• St Catherine’s College — Good (2019)

Westham

A historic village neighbouring Stone Cross. Offers cottages, semis, detached homes and modern builds. Prices from £325,000 – £550,000+, rents £1,100 – £1,600pcm.

Primary Schools:

• Pevensey & Westham CE Primary — Good (2018)

Secondary Schools:

• Bishop Bell Academy — Good (2017)
• St Catherine’s College — Good (2019)

Pevensey

Known for its heritage, castle and coastal links. Property prices range £300,000 – £650,000+, rentals £1,200 – £1,800pcm. Popular with families and retirees.

Primary Schools:

• Pevensey & Westham CE Primary — Good (2018)

Secondary Schools:

• Cavendish School — Outstanding (2018)

Stone Cross New Developments (Shinewater Lane / Rattle Road)

Modern, energy-efficient homes ideal for young families, professionals and investors. Sale prices £300,000 – £450,000, rentals £1,200 – £1,500pcm.

Primary Schools:

• Stone Cross School — Good (2022) Source - Ofsted Report

Secondary Schools:

• St Catherine’s College — Good (2019)

Hankham

A peaceful rural hamlet offering large detached homes, farmhouses, and barn conversions. Sale prices £500,000 – £1,000,000+, rentals £1,500 – £2,800pcm.

Primary Schools:

• Pevensey & Westham CE Primary — Good (2018)

Secondary Schools:

• Ratton School — Good (2017)

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