Local area guide
Living in Burgess Hill
Around Templegate by Charles Church · Burgess Hill
The schools, transport, shops and green spaces that shape day-to-day life — plus local trades who already work in Burgess Hill.
Area at a glance
Burgess Hill, at a glance
Schools, transport, what’s nearby — written for new-build buyers settling in.
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Burgess Hill offers an ideal blend of small-town charm and excellent connectivity. The town sits perfectly positioned between Brighton and London, with regular train services reaching Victoria Station in under an hour. Local schools include Sheddingdean Community Primary and St Paul's Catholic College, both well-regarded options for families. The town centre features Tesco, Sainsbury's, and a bustling high street with independent shops and chain stores. For dining, residents enjoy choices from The Woolpack pub to various curry houses and cafés along Church Walk. The nearby South Downs National Park provides stunning walking opportunities, while Brighton's coast is just 20 minutes by car. Burgess Hill's parks, including St John's Park and Leylands Park, offer green spaces for recreation. The A23 and M23 provide excellent road links, making commuting straightforward.
Nearby essentials
What’s within reach
Straight-line distance from Templegate to the nearest of each.
Nearest supermarket
Waitrose & Partners
0.7mi
straight line
Nearest GP surgery
Silverdale Surgery
0.5mi
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Nearest primary school
Birchwood Grove County Primary School
0.3mi
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Nearest train station
Burgess Hill
0.6mi
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Town centre
Keymer Stores
1.6mi
straight line
Local trades
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