What are house prices in Meads?

Based on 211 recent sales, the median price is £247,500; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How much social housing is near Meads?

About 3.7% across the Meads area.

How many households are in Meads?

There are 5,728 households in Meads

What are prices by property type in Meads?

Latest medians: Detached £890,000, Semi-detached £485,000, Terraced £365,000, Flats £223,000.

What's the average income in Meads?

Average resident income is about £42,145 per year.

What home types are most common in Meads?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 48.0%, converted/shared house (inc hmo) 22.2%.

Crime level in Meads is moderate with about 169 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What's the Meads population and density?

Meads population is 10,939 with density 873.4 per km².

How deprived is Meads?

Deprivation score 5/10 (rank 17540 of 32844 in country).

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Q: What schools in Meads and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Meads: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Eastbourne / Meads

About

Meads is a residential area located in the eastern part of Eastbourne, known for its proximity to the South Downs and the coast. The ward features a mix of housing, including detached homes, semis, and some smaller terraced properties. Green spaces like Motcombe Gardens and the nearby Downs provide outdoor recreation options. The area has a local shopping parade with independent businesses and essential services.

Meads is situated on higher ground, offering views over Eastbourne and the English Channel. The ward has good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to the town centre and seafront. Schools in the area include Meads Primary Academy and St Andrew's Prep. The historic Holy Trinity Church and the nearby Beachy Head landmark contribute to the area's character.

Area overview

On average Meads has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 169 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Meads is £42,145 per year. There are 4 schools in Meads: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

169

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

1/10

Social housing

3.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Meads Population

10,939

Population density

873.4 per km²

Demographics

British

8,425

77.02%

Other White

1,180

10.79%

Other

181

1.65%

Irish

136

1.24%

Indian

136

1.24%

Total population: 10,939

Housing

Owns outright

2,659

46.45%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,892

33.05%

Owns with a mortgage

714

12.47%

Other forms of private rent

189

3.3%

Other social rented

186

3.25%

Total households: 5,724

Property prices in Meads

Based on 211 recent sales, the median property price is £247,500 in Meads area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £1,825,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	14	£890,000	£527,850	£711,250	£998,750	£1,727,500
Flats	175	£223,000	£89,950	£158,000	£315,000	£490,000
Semi-Detached	3	£485,000	£462,500	£472,500	£617,500	£723,500
Terraced	19	£365,000	£254,500	£341,000	£490,000	£614,000

10 years price trend in Meads

All postcodes in Meads

BN207RX

Holywell Close

BN207SU

Denton Road

BN214LG

Connaught Road

BN214LN

Lushington Lane

BN214QZ

West Terrace

BN214RU

Gildredge Road

BN214TR

Grove Road

BN207TH

Upper Carlisle Road

BN207AJ

Compton Street

BN207BP

Grassington Road

BN207DN

Blackwater Road

BN207QS

Meads

BN207RH

Darley Road

BN207UT

Darley Road

BN213BW

Hartington Place

BN214AJ

King Edward's Parade

BN214AS

Burlington Place

BN207XU

Meads

BN207AB

Silverdale Road

BN207AL

Compton Street

BN207DG

Blackwater Road

BN207QU

De Walden Mews

BN207RD

The Village

BN207UH

Darley Road

BN213LA

Trinity Trees

BN213LX

Terminus Road

BN214DF

Hardwick Road

BN214RD

Gildredge Road

BN214DR

King Edward's Parade

BN207PE

Darley Road

BN207DD

Furness Road

BN207ND

St John's Road

BN207PZ

Milnthorpe Road

BN207SX

Paradise Drive

BN207TD

Carlisle Road

BN207UF

Lordslaine Close

BN207XR

Combe Lane

BN213AT

Lismore Road

BN214AA

Cornfield Terrace

BN214AL

King Edward's Parade

BN214HX

College Road

BN214NE

Cornfield Lane

BN214NT

Cornfield Terrace

BN214PY

Connaught Road

BN207GA

Chesterfield Road

BN207GD

Darley Road

BN207EW

Carlisle Road

BN207LW

Gaudick Road

BN207NT

Chesterfield Road

BN207PY

Meads Road

BN207QA

Meads Road

BN207TQ

Carlisle Road

BN207UD

Carlisle Road

BN214BD

Chiswick Place

BN213JU

Bolton Road

BN213ND

Terminus Road

BN214AT

Burlington Place

BN214BT

Carlisle Road

BN214NU

Hardwick Road

BN214PJ

Cornfield Road

BN214QN

Bolton Road

BN214SF

Gildredge Road

BN214UH

Grove Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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