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Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West

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About

Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West is a residential area in Brighton and Hove, located north of the city centre. The neighbourhood is characterised by a mix of housing, including council estates, terraced homes, and student accommodations. It is close to the University of Brighton’s Moulsecoomb campus, which influences the local demographic. The area has green spaces like Hollingdean Park and the nearby South Downs, offering outdoor recreation.

Transport links include regular bus services to the city centre and beyond, making it accessible for commuters. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community centres, catering to families and students. The area has a practical, unpretentious feel, with a focus on affordability and convenience. While it lacks the buzz of central Brighton, it provides a quieter, more suburban alternative.

Area overview

On average Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 115 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 49.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West is £37,700 per year. There are 6 schools in Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
115
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
49.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West Population
8,547
Population density
2,382.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,158
72.03%
Other White
591
6.91%
African
261
3.05%
Other
180
2.11%
Other Asian
161
1.88%
Total population: 8,549

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,084
31.54%
Private landlord or letting agency
679
19.76%
Owns with a mortgage
602
17.52%
Owns outright
549
15.97%
Other social rented
400
11.64%
Total households: 3,437

Property prices in Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £412,500 in Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £635,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West 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 Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£472,500
Flats10£222,500
Semi-Detached13£450,000
Terraced31£415,000

10 years median price trend in Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West.

All postcodes in Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West

BN17BB

Florence Place

BN17BS

Hinton Close

BN17EP

Merevale

BN24AN

Freehold Terrace

BN24HD

Ryelands Drive

BN17FJ

Lambourne Close

BN17FN

Tavistock Down

BN17LB

Golf Drive

BN24HB

Ryelands Drive

BN17GX

Roedale Road

BN17AE

Salehurst Close

BN24NX

Saunders Park View

BN16JE

Ditchling Road

BN17BR

Fountains Close

BN17BU

Beal Crescent

BN17DZ

Brentwood Road

BN17GR

Upper Hollingdean Road

BN24BB

Dewe Road

BN17BH

Crespin Way

BN17BW

The Crossway

BN17EY

Lynchet Close

BN17FH

Tavistock Down

BN24DG

Jevington Drive

BN24BA

Natal Road

BN17BF

Davey Drive

BN17DY

Brentwood Road

BN24DH

Birling Close

BN24BS

Milner Road

BN24QY

Hollingdean Road

BN17EF

Tintern Close

BN24HQ

Culpepper Close

BN17DW

Brentwood Road

BN24BJ

Buller Road

BN24EW

Saunders Park View

BN24EU

Hollingdean & Moulsecoomb West

BN16JA

Ditchling Road

BN17EG

Horton Road

BN24AQ

Freehold Terrace

BN24BG

Redvers Road

BN17EL

The Crossway

BN17FG

Crespin Way

BN24BH

Buller Road

BN24FT

Selsfield Drive

Data Sources

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