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Moving to Haywards Heath

Looking to buy or sell in Haywards Heath? Contact Mansell McTaggart estates agents in Haywards Heath to discuss your move or view our property for sale in Haywards Heath.

Is Haywards Heath a nice place to live?

Haywards Heath offers easy access to London (47 minutes by train), Gatwick airport and the South Coast. But there is much more to this West Sussex town than its great commuting links.

Legend has it that, as a small settlement, it was named after a local highwayman named Jack Hayward. Its main development followed the arrival of the railway in 1841, and Haywards Heath has grown to become a thriving community with excellent schooling, the acclaimed Princess Royal hospital, a busy social scene and leisure activities ranging from famous-name concerts to cricket and golf clubs.

Beautiful Victoria Park and Beech Hurst Gardens offer both tranquil spaces and activities for all ages, and nearby Borde Hill Gardens is a horticultural paradise. The bustling shopping centre features family retailers as well as the main stores, and the varied restaurants, cafes and bars in the Broadway add to the atmosphere. There is also a state of the art leisure centre. Just outside the town are miles of glorious countryside.

There is a warm community feel to the town, with organisations ranging from operatic societies to sports groups offering everything from athletics to rugby, hockey, golf and swimming. Every year, a Town Day is held, to celebrate the community with a village-style fete and live music in Victoria Park.

Where to move to in Haywards Heath

The main postal districts we cover in Haywards Heath are RH16 and RH17. Below are some of our favourite areas in Haywards Heath, if you’re looking for inspiration for your move.

Lucastes

Lucastes is a prestigious and highly sought-after area of western Haywards Heath. Property here mainly consists of large 4- and 5-bedroom detached homes. A quieter area of the town, it has easy access to Blunts Wood on the western border of Haywards Heath, while still having useful amenities such as a large supermarket and the Dolphin leisure centre within close reach. 

Fox Hill

Fox Hill is a popular area to the south of Haywards Heath. Almost its own village, it retains all the practicalities of being close to Haywards Heath while having its own community spirit. Property here consists of a range of options, from large family homes, extended period property, and more modern new builds.

Bolnore Village

Bolnore is a new village on the south-west side of town. It has a strong community feel, with its own community centre and community interest company to manage the estate. It consists of around 1,200 homes, including flats, townhouses, and detached homes. There is also a school and playing fields, so it’s an ideal location for families.

Cuckfield

Cuckfield village is located just west of Haywards Heath. It offers easy access to the countryside, as well as sporting activities such as Haywards Heath rugby club and Cuckfield Golf centre. The village has its own array of cosy pubs and other useful amenities. Homes here range from beautiful, listed period buildings, terraced family homes, and new build developments.

Moving to Haywards Heath? Contact our Haywards Heath branch to see how we can help you buy or sell property in the area.

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Trains in Haywards Heath

Destination How long How often Changes
London Victoria about 47 mins every 20-30 mins direct
East Croydon about 30 mins every 10-20 mins direct
Gatwick Airport about 15 mins every 10-20 mins direct
London Bridge about 47 mins every 10-20 mins direct
Brighton about 15-20 mins every 10-20 mins direct

This information is a guide only, and not intended to be a timetable! Times shown are at peak times. Please check for exact times. Source: www.thetrainline.com

Schools in Haywards Heath

Schools rated as 'good' or 'outstanding', within 3 miles of the centre of Haywards Heath include:

Primary School teacher and children

Primary Schools

  • St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Haywards Heath
  • Warden Park Primary Academy
  • St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School, Haywards Heath
  • Bolnore Village Primary School
  • Harlands Primary School
  • Blackthorns Community Primary Academy
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Secondary teacher teaching students

Secondary Schools

  • Oathall Community College
  • Warden Park School
  • St Paul's College, Burgess Hill
  • Chailey School, South Chailey
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College students

16 - 18

  • Great Walstead, Lindfield
  • Cumnor House, Dane Hill
  • Ardingly College, Ardingly
  • Worth School, Turners Hill
  • Burgess Hills Girls, Burgess Hill
  • Brighton College, Brighton
  • Roedean, Brighton
  • Bede's, Upper Dicker

This schools information is intended as a guide only and is subject to change.
Please check www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk or http://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/ for more detailed assessments.

Clubs and societies in Haywards Heath

We have some great clubs and societies here in Haywards Heath.
Here is a selection. If we have missed yours please email us


  • Haywards Heath & District Philatelic Society
  • Haywards Heath Cine & Video Society
  • Haywards Heath Chess Club
  • Canine Society
  • Haywards Heath Tennis Club
  • Haywards Heath & District Table tennis League
  • Haywards Heath & District Angling Society
  • Haywards Heath Harriers Running Club
  • Haywards Heath Golf Club
  • Central Sussex Cage Bird Association
  • Haywards Heath Movie Makers
  • Haywards Heath Horticultural Society
  • Haywards Heath U3A
  • Haywards Heath & District Lions Club
  • Haywards Heath & District Probus Club
  • Haywards Heath Rainbow (Stroke) Club
  • Rotary Club of Cuckfield and Lindfield

Major employers in Haywards Heath


  • The Princess Royal Hospital
  • Zenith Insurance
  • Lloyds Banking Group
  • and many more companies and organisations large and small.

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