Average Rent in Wealden
As of January 2026, the average rent in Wealden is £1,258/month — 6% below the England average of £1,332. Rents have changed by +2.2% over the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,258/month (6% below the England average of £1,332)
- Rents are up +2.2% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £893/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £175/month for a 1-bed
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in Wealden breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,258 | +2.2% |
| 1 bedroom | £893 | +2.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,139 | +2.4% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,422 | +2.0% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £2,092 | +1.0% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in Wealden also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,846 |
| Semi-detached | £1,365 |
| Terraced | £1,255 |
| Flat / maisonette | £990 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Eastbourne area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £421 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £718 | £893 | +£175 |
| 2 bed | £898 | £1,139 | +£241 |
| 3 bed | £1,080 | £1,422 | +£342 |
| 4 bed | £1,396 | £2,092 | +£696 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in Wealden: what to know
Wealden is in the South East region of England. The average rent of £1,258 per month is 6% below the England average of £1,332. This is 9% below the South East regional average of £1,379.
Rents in Wealden have risen +2.2% over the past year, slower than the South East average of +3.8%.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Eastbourne area is £718/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £893. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £175/month.
If you’re looking to rent in Wealden, building a strong credit profile can help you pass tenant referencing checks and access a wider range of properties. Reporting your rent payments to credit agencies is one way to start building that history.
FAQs
What is the average rent in Wealden?
The average rent in Wealden is £1,258 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £893, a 2-bed £1,139, a 3-bed £1,422.
Is rent in Wealden going up or down?
Rents in Wealden have increased by +2.2% over the past year. This is broadly in line with national trends.
How does rent in Wealden compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in Wealden (£893) is £175 above the LHA rate of £718 for the Eastbourne area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
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