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Mid Sussex

About

Mid Sussex is a district in West Sussex, located in the South East of England. It covers an area of approximately 333 square kilometres, with a mix of urban and rural landscapes. The district includes towns like Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, and East Grinstead, which serve as key commercial and residential hubs. The area is well-connected, with major road links such as the A23 and rail services to London and Brighton.

The district features a blend of historic villages, farmland, and sections of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Mid Sussex has a strong local economy, with sectors like healthcare, retail, and professional services playing significant roles. The area also offers recreational opportunities, including parks, walking trails, and golf courses. Its proximity to both the coast and the South Downs makes it a practical base for commuters and families.

Area overview

On average Mid Sussex has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Mid Sussex is £59,038 per year. There are 67 schools in Mid Sussex: 43 primary (2 Outstanding and 29 Good) and 7 secondary (1 Outstanding and 6 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Mid Sussex Population

152,566

Population density

456.8 per km²

Demographics

British

130,971

85.85%

Other White

7,972

5.23%

Indian

2,489

1.63%

White and Asian (mixed)

1,597

1.05%

Other Asian

1,550

1.02%

Total population: 152,566

Housing

Owns outright

23,259

36.72%

Owns with a mortgage

22,754

35.92%

Private landlord or letting agency

8,568

13.53%

Other social rented

6,352

10.03%

Other forms of private rent

1,142

1.8%

Total households: 63,349

Property prices in Mid Sussex

Based on 2,257 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Mid Sussex area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £5,000,000.

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 Mid Sussex over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	699	£625,000	£424,700	£525,000	£800,000	£1,250,000
Flats	421	£242,500	£136,000	£200,000	£282,500	£350,000
Semi-Detached	655	£455,000	£337,175	£400,000	£530,250	£696,050
Terraced	482	£373,500	£260,125	£325,000	£435,000	£575,000

10 years median price trend in Mid Sussex

Data Sources

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

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

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