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About

Ashdown ward is located in the northern part of Hastings, East Sussex. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is bordered by the A21, providing easy access to nearby towns and the wider region. The ward includes parts of the Hastings Country Park Nature Reserve, offering green spaces and walking trails.

Local amenities in Ashdown include schools, small shops, and community facilities. The area has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on family living. Public transport links connect the ward to Hastings town centre and surrounding areas. The proximity to the nature reserve adds a rural touch, contrasting with the more urban parts of the town.

Area overview

On average Ashdown has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ashdown is £46,100 per year.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

6.8%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ashdown Population

5,547

Population density

1,709.7 per km²

Demographics

British

4,998

90.07%

Other White

160

2.88%

Other

0.94%

Other Asian

0.87%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.72%

Total population: 5,549

Housing

Owns outright

829

38.11%

Owns with a mortgage

822

37.79%

Private landlord or letting agency

291

13.38%

Other social rented

146

6.71%

Other forms of private rent

1.98%

Total households: 2,175

Property prices in Ashdown

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £360,000 in Ashdown area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £625,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	27	£425,000	£348,000	£377,500	£478,750	£574,000
Flats	8	£198,000	£127,950	£176,750	£208,875	£237,300
Semi-Detached	9	£325,000	£262,000	£270,000	£368,000	£428,000
Terraced	7	£270,000	£250,600	£258,500	£294,975	£313,450

10 years price trend in Ashdown

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail