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Burgess Hill West

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About

Burgess Hill West is a residential area situated on the western side of the town. It is characterised by a mix of housing, primarily from the mid-20th century, with many homes built in the post-war expansion period. The layout includes quiet, winding streets and several cul-de-sacs, creating a settled neighbourhood atmosphere. The area is served by local shopping parades providing everyday essentials.

The district is bordered by green spaces, including Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve, which offers meadows and woodland walks. Burgess Hill mainline railway station is within walking distance, providing direct links to London and the south coast. The area also contains several schools and sports facilities, including a leisure centre with a swimming pool, catering to local community needs.

Area overview

On average Burgess Hill West has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Burgess Hill West is £70,491 per year. There are 1 schools in Burgess Hill West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Burgess Hill West is home to around 7,061 people, with a population density of about 4,737.7 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Burgess Hill West Population
7,061
Population density
4,737.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
16.43(-48%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.51(-39%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.11(-36%)
Other theft
2.83(-50%)
Public order
2.55(-58%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,162
87.27%
Other White
305
4.32%
Indian
113
1.6%
Other Asian
75
1.06%
White and Asian (mixed)
63
0.89%
Total population: 7,061

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,863
32.78%
Level 3 (A level)
1,232
21.67%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
950
16.71%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
633
11.14%
No qualifications
594
10.45%
Total 16+ residents: 5,684

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,213
43.62%
Owns outright
900
32.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
361
12.98%
Other social rented
219
7.87%
Shared ownership
53
1.91%
Total households: 2,781

Property prices in Burgess Hill West

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £385,000 in Burgess Hill West area, with individual transactions ranging from £167,500 up to £735,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Burgess Hill West in the 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 West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached33£543,000
Flats4£286,000
Semi-Detached21£397,500
Terraced46£329,500

10 years median price trend in Burgess Hill West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Burgess Hill West.

All postcodes in Burgess Hill West

RH159QA

Condor Way

RH158PH

Dunstall Avenue

RH159EE

Brambling Way

RH159XT

Blackbird Close

RH158UP

Baylis Crescent

RH159TZ

Innovation Drive

RH159PG

Orchard Road

RH159JQ

Victoria Road

RH155FL

Burgess Hill Victoria

RH158NP

Fairfield Road

RH158TP

Fry Crescent

RH158JZ

The Jays

RH158NX

West Street

RH155DZ

York Road

RH159TT

York Road

RH159PQ

Orchard Road

RH158UN

Chaffinch Close

RH159XL

Shelley Wood

RH158TR

The Brooks

RH158UE

Valentine Drive

RH158TG

The Wickets

RH159SU

Poveys Close

RH158TB

The Saffrons

RH159UL

Sparrow Way

RH159PB

Orchard Way

RH158UW

The Acorns

RH150YX

York Road

RH158UJ

Wallis Way

RH158GJ

Toll Gate

RH158NW

Fairlea Close

RH158TS

Howard Avenue

RH159PA

Orchard Road

RH159PL

Orchard Road

RH159PJ

Orchard Road

RH155ER

York Road

RH158NE

London Road

RH159TJ

Consort Way

RH158NT

Fairfield Road

RH159BA

Billington Place

RH158PL

St Marys Road

RH155AQ

York Road

RH158QR

Livingstone Road

RH159PF

Pear Tree Close

RH159AJ

Knowles Walk

RH158UY

Foxglove Close

RH159DW

Goldfinch Road

RH159TW

Innovation Drive

RH158TX

Pannett

RH159AD

York Road

RH158UX

Primrose Close

RH158XA

The Hornbeams

RH158AX

Dunstall Farm Road

RH158GP

Franks Close

RH158PP

Field Close

RH155BS

York Road

RH159EW

Helena Court

RH155DD

York Road

RH158UQ

Bramble Gardens

RH159XF

The Maltings

RH159XE

Sevenfields

RH158TD

The Gilligans

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.