With its large houses and pleasant ‘garden of England' feel the village is one that many commuters aspire to.
Mayfield began as part of the ancient Malling Estate with the central Manor house located just outside Lewes. The local church is named after St Dunstan, who, among other things, saw off the Devil by grabbing his nose with a hot pincers.
Despite a history including smuggling, Mayfield has been rather sedate over the years and remains so today.
There are some local shops, but for more you'll have to venture to Tunbridge Wells. Mayfield is also home to St Leonards-Mayfield, a Roman Catholic boarding and day school educating girls aged 11-18.
Property: Property in Mayfield is generally rather expensive and large. There are a large number of period four and five bedroom houses.
It is not unusual for homes to have quite considerable amounts land with the house. Although there are some smaller houses near the centre of the village these properties are still rather expensive.
Buyers: Mayfield is blessed with good transport links, larger houses and pleasant countryside. Its idyllic location attracts a fair number of commuters,, while the size of the houses tends to attract couples looking for space to raise a family.
Shopping: The nearest large shipping centre is situated in Tunbridge Wells which has most major banks and building societies, supermarkets and a good mix of shops.
There's a market in Mayfield on Fridays (except 1st Friday of each month) from 10.00 am - 11.00 am.
Pubs: There is a pub called The Middle House situated on the High Street which is rather cosy.
Train: The nearest station is at Crowborough with regular trains to London Bridge. Wadhurst also has a station.
Road: Situated near to the A267 to Tunbridge Wells road links are good.