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Burgess Hill East

About

Burgess Hill East is a residential area located in Mid Sussex, known for its mix of housing options ranging from post-war homes to modern developments. The area is well-connected, with Burgess Hill railway station providing direct links to London and Brighton. Local amenities include schools, parks, and shopping facilities, catering to everyday needs. The presence of green spaces like Bedelands Nature Reserve offers outdoor recreation opportunities.

The area has a suburban feel, with a blend of families and commuters making up much of the population. Burgess Hill East benefits from proximity to the town centre, which features a range of shops, cafes, and services. Transport links, including the A23 and M23, provide easy access to nearby towns like Haywards Heath and Crawley. The area is part of a wider regeneration effort, with ongoing developments aimed at improving infrastructure and housing.

Area overview

On average Burgess Hill East has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Burgess Hill East is £57,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Burgess Hill East: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Burgess Hill East Population

9,840

Population density

3,699 per km²

Demographics

British

8,573

87.11%

Other White

436

4.43%

Indian

162

1.65%

White and Asian (mixed)

112

1.14%

Other Asian

0.88%

Total population: 9,842

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,678

41.33%

Owns outright

1,457

35.89%

Other social rented

421

10.37%

Private landlord or letting agency

350

8.62%

Shared ownership

2.07%

Total households: 4,060

Property prices in Burgess Hill East

Based on 198 recent sales, the median property price is £422,500 in Burgess Hill East area, with individual transactions ranging from £123,750 up to £1,430,768.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Burgess Hill East over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	60	£504,700	£424,650	£454,063	£615,000	£800,150
Flats	18	£276,000	£171,563	£197,750	£295,000	£323,325
Semi-Detached	77	£420,000	£339,600	£375,000	£485,000	£581,000
Terraced	43	£350,000	£291,900	£320,000	£380,000	£439,600

10 years median price trend in Burgess Hill East

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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