North Portslade

North Portslade is a residential ward located inland from the coastal strip of Hove. The area is characterised by a mix of interwar and post-war housing estates, with a significant amount of semi-detached and terraced homes. Its main commercial activity is concentrated along the Old Shoreham Road, which serves as a key arterial route. The ward contains several local parks and green spaces, including the expansive Benfield Valley, which provides a wooded recreational area for residents.

The ward is distinctly separate from the more central areas of Brighton and Hove, with a strong local community centred around its own high street and amenities. It is home to the Portslade Aldridge Community Academy and the historic St. Nicolas Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The presence of the former Portslade railway works site, now largely redeveloped for housing, reflects the area's industrial past. Transport links are provided by regular bus services along the Old Shoreham Road.