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Old Hastings

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About

Old Hastings ward is located in the heart of Hastings, East Sussex, covering a mix of historic and residential areas. The ward includes the Old Town, known for its narrow streets, timber-framed buildings, and fishing heritage. The area is close to the seafront, with landmarks like the Stade, home to Europe's largest beach-launched fishing fleet.

The ward also features green spaces such as the East Hill, offering views over the town and coastline. Local businesses, independent shops, and pubs are concentrated around George Street and High Street. The area has a strong community feel, with events like the annual Jack-in-the-Green festival celebrating local traditions. Housing ranges from historic cottages to modern developments, reflecting the ward's varied character.

Area overview

On average Old Hastings has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Old Hastings is £38,800 per year. There are 3 schools in Old Hastings: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
8.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Old Hastings Population
5,275
Population density
3,406.3 per km²

Demographics

British
4,708
89.3%
Other White
209
3.96%
Irish
84
1.59%
White and Asian (mixed)
44
0.83%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
42
0.8%
Total population: 5,272

Housing

Owns outright
1,000
41.1%
Owns with a mortgage
638
26.22%
Private landlord or letting agency
526
21.62%
Other social rented
152
6.25%
Other forms of private rent
90
3.7%
Total households: 2,433

Property prices in Old Hastings

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in Old Hastings area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,385,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£560,000
Flats13£155,000
Semi-Detached13£385,000
Terraced36£372,812

10 years price trend in Old Hastings

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Data Sources

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