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About

The Hillside area lies on the northern edge of Adur district, characterised by its elevated position above the coastal plain. The residential streets are primarily lined with post-war housing, offering views over the rooftops towards the Adur River valley. It functions mainly as a quiet, suburban neighbourhood, with local convenience shops and schools serving the community. The topography creates a distinct separation from the more industrial and port-related activities found closer to the shoreline.

A network of public footpaths connects the area to the surrounding South Downs, providing direct access to open downland. The local recreation ground is a focal point for casual sports and gatherings. Transport links are straightforward, with reliable bus services descending the hill towards Shoreham-by-Sea town centre and its railway station. The overall atmosphere is residential and settled, defined by its geography and proximity to the national park.

Area overview

On average Hillside has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hillside is £55,350 per year. There are 4 schools in Hillside: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Hillside is home to around 9,095 people, with a population density of about 1,392.8 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
10.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hillside Population
9,095
Population density
1,392.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
18.58(-41%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.02(-22%)
Shoplifting
5.28(-34%)
Public order
4.95(-19%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.18(-35%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,001
87.97%
Other White
286
3.14%
Other
159
1.75%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
95
1.04%
White and Asian (mixed)
80
0.88%
Total population: 9,095

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,840
24.85%
No qualifications
1,512
20.42%
Level 3 (A level)
1,295
17.49%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,172
15.83%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
867
11.71%
Total 16+ residents: 7,403

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,510
41.81%
Owns with a mortgage
1,299
35.96%
Social rents from council
364
10.08%
Private landlord or letting agency
325
9%
Other forms of private rent
65
1.8%
Total households: 3,612

Property prices in Hillside

Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Hillside area, with individual transactions ranging from £205,000 up to £795,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hillside 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 Hillside over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached24£487,500
Flats4£230,500
Semi-Detached55£430,000
Terraced20£392,500

10 years median price trend in Hillside

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.