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About

Kingston ward lies just south of Lewes town centre, nestled between the River Ouse and the steep slopes of the South Downs. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of housing from different periods. Its eastern boundary is formed by the railway line, which connects it to the wider region. The presence of the river and the Downs shapes the local geography, offering distinct boundaries and views.

A notable local feature is the former Kingston Church, now a private residence, which stands as a historical landmark within the community. The area includes the Kingston Recreation Ground, a key green space for residents. Daily life here is connected to the amenities of central Lewes while maintaining a separate, quieter identity. The ward's layout reflects its position as a transition between the town and the open downland.

Area overview

On average Kingston has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 48 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kingston is £68,897 per year. There are 3 schools in Kingston: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Kingston is home to around 1,904 people, with a population density of about 40.1 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
48
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
7.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kingston Population
1,904
Population density
40.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
23.11(-27%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.4(-32%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.25(-19%)
Other theft
4.73(-16%)
Vehicle crime
3.68(-1%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,698
89.18%
Other White
76
3.99%
White and Asian (mixed)
28
1.47%
Other
25
1.31%
Indian
12
0.63%
Total population: 1,904

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
888
54.68%
Level 3 (A level)
216
13.3%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
194
11.95%
No qualifications
144
8.87%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
104
6.4%
Total 16+ residents: 1,624

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
431
51.68%
Owns with a mortgage
205
24.58%
Private landlord or letting agency
106
12.71%
Social rents from council
50
6%
Other forms of private rent
35
4.2%
Total households: 834

Property prices in Kingston

Based on 23 recent sales, the median property price is £630,000 in Kingston area, with individual transactions ranging from £270,000 up to £1,400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kingston 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 Kingston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached5£395,000
Detached16£790,000
Terraced2£483,500

10 years median price trend in Kingston

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

All postcodes in Kingston

BN73PF

Swanborough Cottages

BN73PB

The Street

BN73EW

Kingston

BN19PP

Ridge Road

BN19PT

East Street

BN73LF

Bramleys

BN73HH

Stile Cottages

BN73JS

Ashcombe Lane

BN73NU

Hollowdown Cottages

BN73JL

Old Brighton Road

BN19NJ

Brighton Road

BN73HQ

Barleyfield Cottages

BN73LH

St Pancras Green

BN73NJ

Gowscroft

BN73LJ

The Avenue

BN99AE

Lewes Road

BN19PL

Ridge Road

BN73PJ

Newhaven Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.