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Old Town & Motcombe

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About

Old Town & Motcombe is a historic area in Eastbourne, known for its mix of period architecture and local charm. The area features Victorian and Edwardian houses, many with original details, alongside independent shops and cafes. Motcombe Road is a central hub, offering a range of small businesses, from bakeries to antique stores. The nearby Motcombe Gardens provides a quiet green space with mature trees and a children’s play area.

Old Town retains a strong sense of community, with regular markets and events at the Old Town Hall. The area is close to the South Downs, offering easy access to walking trails. St Mary’s Church, a prominent landmark, adds to the area’s historic character. Public transport links connect Old Town & Motcombe to Eastbourne’s seafront and town centre, making it a convenient yet quieter residential option.

Area overview

On average Old Town & Motcombe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Old Town & Motcombe is £44,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Old Town & Motcombe: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Old Town & Motcombe Population
8,200
Population density
5,715.5 per km²

Demographics

British
6,976
85.08%
Other White
491
5.99%
Irish
127
1.55%
Other
90
1.1%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
80
0.98%
Total population: 8,199

Housing

Owns outright
1,490
38.5%
Owns with a mortgage
1,053
27.21%
Private landlord or letting agency
799
20.65%
Other social rented
241
6.23%
Social rents from council
188
4.86%
Total households: 3,870

Property prices in Old Town & Motcombe

Based on 141 recent sales, the median property price is £303,000 in Old Town & Motcombe area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £1,250,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£670,000
Flats58£204,000
Semi-Detached25£420,000
Terraced48£350,000

10 years price trend in Old Town & Motcombe

All postcodes in Old Town & Motcombe

BN208QG

Beechy Avenue

BN211HZ

Bradford Street

BN211JU

Michel Grove

BN211NJ

Moat Croft Road

BN211NR

Watts Lane

BN211NU

New Upperton Road

BN211QD

St Mary's Road

BN212JN

Carew Road

BN211HB

Dittons Road

BN211HS

Church Street

BN211LE

Old Town & Motcombe

BN211NE

Moat Croft Road

BN211QE

Lower Road

BN211RN

Green Street

BN212LP

Selwyn Drive

BN212LZ

Mill Road

BN211PZ

Ocklynge Road

BN211HE

The Goffs

BN211NH

Moat Croft Road

BN211NX

Crown Street

BN212LF

Selwyn Road

BN212HR

College Green

BN212NP

Selwyn Road

BN208AY

Greys Road

BN208JA

Longland Road

BN211LA

Michel Grove

BN211QB

Old Town & Motcombe

BN211JE

Motcombe Lane

BN208LW

Crunden Road

BN211LJ

Old Town & Motcombe

BN211LX

Old Town & Motcombe

BN211TL

Old Town & Motcombe

BN212NR

Selwyn Road

BN211HG

High Street

BN208LS

Coombe Road

BN208NP

Victoria Road

BN208PR

Central Avenue

BN211BF

Enys Road

BN211HF

Compton Place Road

BN211HX

Bay Pond Road

BN211QJ

Church Street

BN211QQ

Salehurst Road

BN211QY

Green Street

BN211RB

Dacre Road

BN212QD

Old Town & Motcombe
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Data Sources

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