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Least deprived places to live in East Sussex
East Sussex’s 6 areas ranked by deprivation (imd decile, 10 = least deprived) — least deprived areas. Every figure from IoD2025 (MHCLG), 2025. Indicative, not a valuation.
| # | Area | Deprivation (IMD decile, 10 = least deprived) (/10) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wealden | 7.1/10 |
| 2 | Lewes | 6.1/10 |
| 3 | Brighton and Hove | 5.1/10 |
| 4 | Eastbourne | 5.1/10 |
| 5 | Rother | 4.8/10 |
| 6 | Hastings | 2.8/10 |
Source: IoD2025 (MHCLG) · 2025. Ranked highest first.
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