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Brighton and Hove

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About

Brighton and Hove is a coastal district in East Sussex, South East England. It covers an area of approximately 82 square kilometres, with a population of around 290,000. The district is known for its seaside location, featuring a pebble beach and the iconic Brighton Pier. The area includes the historic Lanes, a network of narrow streets with independent shops and cafes.

The district is home to the University of Sussex and the University of Brighton, contributing to a significant student population. Brighton and Hove has a mix of Victorian and modern architecture, with landmarks like the Royal Pavilion. Public transport includes frequent rail services to London, taking around an hour. The South Downs National Park lies to the north, offering green space and walking trails.

Area overview

On average Brighton and Hove has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 101 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Brighton and Hove is £51,370 per year. There are 91 schools in Brighton and Hove: 52 primary (3 Outstanding and 42 Good) and 10 secondary (0 Outstanding and 9 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

101

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

15.4%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Brighton and Hove Population

277,103

Population density

3,345.3 per km²

Demographics

British

204,831

73.92%

Other White

26,812

9.68%

Other

5,580

2.01%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

4,286

1.55%

White and Asian (mixed)

4,198

1.51%

Total population: 277,103

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

37,167

30.61%

Owns with a mortgage

31,973

26.34%

Owns outright

30,444

25.08%

Social rents from council

11,587

9.54%

Other social rented

6,464

5.32%

Total households: 121,402

Property prices in Brighton and Hove

Based on 3,239 recent sales, the median property price is £420,000 in Brighton and Hove area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £3,550,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	349	£660,000	£357,200	£491,000	£942,000	£1,580,000
Flats	1,443	£314,000	£161,050	£250,000	£400,000	£604,500
Semi-Detached	564	£491,700	£325,000	£404,838	£711,250	£1,250,000
Terraced	883	£515,000	£305,000	£400,625	£655,000	£919,475

10 years price trend in Brighton and Hove

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