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About

Hanover is a residential area in Brighton and Hove, known for its steep streets and proximity to the city center. The neighborhood is characterized by rows of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, many of which have been converted into flats. It sits on a hill, offering views of the sea and the surrounding cityscape. The area has a mix of students, young professionals, and long-term residents.

Hanover is home to several independent shops, cafes, and pubs, particularly along Southover Street and Elm Grove. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events like the Hanover Day festival. Queen’s Park, a large green space with a pond and playground, is nearby. Public transport links provide easy access to Brighton station and the seafront.

Area overview

On average Hanover has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hanover is £47,000 per year. There are 1 schools in Hanover: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
55
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
17.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hanover Population
8,955
Population density
19,130.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,614
73.84%
Other White
919
10.26%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
200
2.23%
White and Asian (mixed)
190
2.12%
Irish
175
1.95%
Total population: 8,957

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,348
36.18%
Owns with a mortgage
1,054
28.29%
Owns outright
730
19.59%
Other social rented
255
6.84%
Social rents from council
223
5.98%
Total households: 3,726

Property prices in Hanover

Based on 123 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Hanover area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £1,095,608.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hanover 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 Hanover over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats38£221,000
Semi-Detached2£622,500
Terraced83£485,000

10 years median price trend in Hanover

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hanover.

All postcodes in Hanover

BN23PZ

Elm Grove

BN29SA

Malthouse Lane

BN29WD

Finsbury Road

BN23PD

Brading Road

BN29US

Islingword Street

BN23AS

Agnes Street

BN29UZ

Quebec Street

BN29SF

Islingword Road

BN20FY

Queen's Park Road

BN29UE

Ewart Street

BN29WP

Malthouse Lane

Data Sources

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