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Eastbourne

England / South East / Eastbourne

About

Eastbourne is a coastal town in East Sussex, part of the South East of England. It lies at the eastern end of the South Downs National Park, offering easy access to scenic landscapes and outdoor activities. The town features a mix of Victorian architecture and modern developments, with a focus on tourism and retirement living.

The seafront is a key attraction, with a long promenade, pebble beach, and the iconic Eastbourne Pier. The town hosts events like the annual airshow and has cultural venues such as the Congress Theatre. Eastbourne also serves as a gateway to the Seven Sisters cliffs, a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Area overview

On average Eastbourne has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Eastbourne is £43,849 per year. There are 35 schools in Eastbourne: 21 primary (0 Outstanding and 13 Good) and 6 secondary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
96
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
11.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Eastbourne Population
101,689
Population density
2,302.6 per km²

Demographics

British
83,465
82.09%
Other White
7,704
7.58%
Other Asian
1,452
1.43%
Other
1,239
1.22%
Irish
960
0.94%
Total population: 101,680

Housing

Owns outright
16,305
35.75%
Private landlord or letting agency
11,117
24.37%
Owns with a mortgage
10,924
23.95%
Social rents from council
3,223
7.07%
Other social rented
2,717
5.96%
Total households: 45,610

Property prices in Eastbourne

Based on 1,468 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Eastbourne area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,500 up to £1,825,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached234£425,000
Flats534£191,000
Semi-Detached279£317,000
Terraced421£280,000

10 years price trend in Eastbourne

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Data Sources

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