About Rye Foreign

Rye Foreign is a small village located in East Sussex, England, within the TN31 postcode area. It lies to the north of the historic town of Rye, surrounded by the beautiful countryside typical of this part of England. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The area is characterised by its rural landscape, featuring fields and woodlands that provide opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. Rye Foreign is also close to the River Brede, which adds to the scenic quality of the surroundings. For those interested in exploring further, the nearby town of Rye offers a range of shops, restaurants, and historical sites, making it a convenient base for visitors.

School Ratings in Rye Foreign

Rye Foreign is served by 12 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Rye Foreign

Property prices average £454K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £560K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Rye Foreign

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Rye Foreign, with 13 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Rye Foreign

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Rye Foreign falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Rye Foreign

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Rye Foreign, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,482 sales

Average Price £454K
£5K — £21.28M
Detached £560K 1,002
Semi £381K 542
Terraced £358K 534
Flat £198K 215

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Peasmarsh CE Primary School 0.9 miles Peasmarsh Church of England Primary School Primary 0.9 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Rye College Secondary Good 1.4 miles Rye Community Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Wittersham Church of England Primary School Primary 2.9 miles St Thomas' Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Little Gate College 3.3 miles Beckley Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Icklesham Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 4.2 miles Frewen College Good 4.7 miles Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Rye Foreign IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Rye Foreign in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
4/10
2,628 Children (0-15) 14%
10,292 Working Age 55%
7,592 Older (60+) 40%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.5% 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 Rye Foreign 28 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Rye Foreign falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Anti-social behaviour tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

13 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Other Theft
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Sussex Rother Levels
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

Rye (Sussex) Train Station 1.5 miles
Winchelsea Train Station 2.6 miles
Doleham Train Station 5.5 miles
Appledore (Kent) Train Station 6.3 miles
Three Oaks Train Station 6.5 miles
Ore Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bowler's Town 0.6 miles Iden 0.9 miles Playden 0.9 miles Houghton Green 1.2 miles Rye 1.4 miles Peasmarsh 2 miles Flackley Ash 2 miles East Guldeford 2 miles Ham Green 2.6 miles Rye Harbour 2.6 miles Four Oaks 2.8 miles Cock Marling 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Rother
County East Sussex
Ward Rye & Winchelsea
Constituency Hastings and Rye
Parish Rye
Region South East

Streets in TN31 30 shown View all streets

A268 3 A28 1 Adams Lane 3 Ailsworth Lane 3 Ashenden Avenue 1 B2088 12 B2165 5 Badger Way 2 Beales Lane 4 Beckley Road 2 Benson Way 1 Billingham Lane 1 Bixley Lane 2 Brede Hill 6 Bridge Place 1 Buddens Green 1 Burra Way 1 Cackle Street 3 Cadborough Cliff 1 Camber Road 5 Cavix Field 1 Cedar Close 1 Chapel Field 1 Chapel Place 1 Chestnut Close 1 Chitcombe Road 3 Church Lane 6 Church Square 1 Cinque Ports Street 5 Clayhill 2

Postcodes in TN31 50 shown View all postcodes

TN31 6AA TN31 6AB TN31 6AD TN31 6AE TN31 6AF TN31 6AG TN31 6AH TN31 6AJ TN31 6AL TN31 6AN TN31 6AP TN31 6AR TN31 6AS TN31 6AT TN31 6AU TN31 6AX TN31 6AY TN31 6BA TN31 6BB TN31 6BD TN31 6BE TN31 6BF TN31 6BG TN31 6BH TN31 6BJ TN31 6BL TN31 6BN TN31 6BP TN31 6BQ TN31 6BS TN31 6BT TN31 6BU TN31 6BX TN31 6BY TN31 6DB TN31 6DD TN31 6DE TN31 6DF TN31 6DG TN31 6DH TN31 6DJ TN31 6DL TN31 6DN TN31 6DP TN31 6DQ TN31 6DR TN31 6DS TN31 6DT TN31 6DU TN31 6DW