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About

Lavant ward is located in the Chichester District of West Sussex, covering the villages of East Lavant, West Lavant, and parts of the surrounding rural area. The ward lies just north of Chichester city, with the South Downs National Park to the east. The area is characterised by its mix of residential properties, farmland, and open countryside, offering a balance between village life and access to urban amenities.

The River Lavant flows through the ward, giving the villages their name and shaping the local landscape. The area has historical significance, with St Nicholas Church in West Lavant dating back to the 12th century. Transport links include the A286 road connecting to Chichester, while the South Downs Way provides walking and cycling routes. The ward maintains a strong community presence with local events and facilities centred around the village halls and pubs.

Area overview

On average Lavant has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 92 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lavant is £49,522 per year. There are 3 schools in Lavant: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
92
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
10.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lavant Population
3,252
Population density
89 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,071
94.46%
Other White
85
2.61%
Irish
15
0.46%
White and Asian (mixed)
13
0.4%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
12
0.37%
Total population: 3,251

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
655
45.64%
Owns with a mortgage
343
23.9%
Other social rented
202
14.08%
Private landlord or letting agency
136
9.48%
Other forms of private rent
47
3.28%
Total households: 1,435

Property prices in Lavant

Based on 42 recent sales, the median property price is £605,000 in Lavant area, with individual transactions ranging from £194,000 up to £2,249,250.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lavant 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 Lavant over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached20£944,750
Flats2£352,000
Semi-Detached13£415,000
Terraced7£340,000

10 years median price trend in Lavant

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

Data Sources

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