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Hollingbury

About

Hollingbury is a residential area in Brighton and Hove, located northeast of the city center. It is known for its mix of housing, including post-war estates and detached homes. The area is bordered by Hollingbury Park and the South Downs, offering green spaces and walking trails. Local amenities include a small shopping parade, schools, and sports facilities.

Transport links are convenient, with regular bus services connecting Hollingbury to central Brighton and surrounding neighborhoods. The area has a quiet, suburban feel, with easy access to the A27 for road travel. Hollingbury Fort, an Iron Age hillfort, sits on the outskirts, adding historical interest. The area is popular with families and commuters seeking a balance between city life and open spaces.

Area overview

On average Hollingbury has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hollingbury is £63,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Hollingbury: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hollingbury Population

6,640

Population density

3,959.9 per km²

Demographics

British

5,521

83.19%

Other White

395

5.95%

White and Asian (mixed)

102

1.54%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

1.34%

Irish

1.27%

Total population: 6,637

Housing

Owns outright

1,099

41.6%

Owns with a mortgage

996

37.7%

Private landlord or letting agency

297

11.24%

Social rents from council

148

5.6%

Other social rented

2.01%

Total households: 2,642

Property prices in Hollingbury

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £532,500 in Hollingbury area, with individual transactions ranging from £295,000 up to £1,850,000.

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 Hollingbury over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	14	£925,000	£424,750	£725,000	£1,070,625	£1,645,250
Flats	6	£366,000	£307,500	£350,000	£388,000	£451,250
Semi-Detached	34	£492,500	£382,900	£421,250	£540,250	£839,950
Terraced	12	£675,000	£428,979	£627,500	£712,625	£859,900

10 years median price trend in Hollingbury

All postcodes in Hollingbury

BN16PG

Bates Road

BN16YQ

London Road

BN18DR

Denton Drive

BN18EA

Braybon Avenue

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