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Hollingdean & Fiveways

About

Hollingdean & Fiveways is a residential ward situated north of Brighton's city centre, characterised by its mix of Victorian terraces and post-war housing. The area is defined by its steep hills, with streets like Hollingdean Road and Ditchling Rise creating a distinct topography. Local life centres around several small parades of shops and community facilities, serving the immediate neighbourhood.

The ward is home to the City Park allotments, one of the largest such sites in the region, reflecting a strong local gardening culture. Open spaces include Hollingbury Park, which offers wooded walks and remains a quieter alternative to the downs. The area functions primarily as a practical residential district, with good bus links connecting it to the wider city.

Area overview

On average Hollingdean & Fiveways has moderate deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 19.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hollingdean & Fiveways is £64,870 per year. There are 8 schools in Hollingdean & Fiveways: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Hollingdean & Fiveways

Based on 159 recent sales, the median property price is £540,000 in Hollingdean & Fiveways area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £1,465,000.

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 Hollingdean & Fiveways over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	7	£610,000	£418,000	£472,500	£642,500	£797,500
Flats	22	£292,500	£160,500	£234,000	£336,250	£425,700
Semi-Detached	23	£583,500	£402,500	£497,500	£810,000	£1,186,855
Terraced	107	£600,000	£386,500	£477,500	£731,000	£915,750

10 years median price trend in Hollingdean & Fiveways

All postcodes in Hollingdean & Fiveways

BN16GH

Lucerne Road

BN17GL

Dudley Road

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail