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Patcham West & Westdene

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About

Patcham West & Westdene is a residential area in Brighton and Hove, located north of the city center. The neighborhood is known for its mix of housing, including detached homes, semis, and terraced properties. Green spaces like Carden Park and Patcham Place Memorial Gardens provide outdoor recreation. The area is bordered by the A27, offering easy access to the South Downs.

Local amenities include schools such as Patcham High and Westdene Primary, along with small shops and cafes along Old London Road. Public transport links connect the area to central Brighton and Hove. The neighborhood retains a quieter atmosphere compared to busier parts of the city, while still being within reach of urban facilities.

Area overview

On average Patcham West & Westdene has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Patcham West & Westdene is £57,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Patcham West & Westdene: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Patcham West & Westdene Population
8,062
Population density
784.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,401
79.4%
Other White
533
6.61%
White and Asian (mixed)
139
1.72%
Indian
138
1.71%
Other
137
1.7%
Total population: 8,062

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,374
40.76%
Owns with a mortgage
1,167
34.62%
Private landlord or letting agency
537
15.93%
Social rents from council
116
3.44%
Other social rented
93
2.76%
Total households: 3,371

Property prices in Patcham West & Westdene

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £560,000 in Patcham West & Westdene area, with individual transactions ranging from £124,500 up to £1,550,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Patcham West & Westdene in the 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 Patcham West & Westdene over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached40£707,500
Flats29£257,000
Semi-Detached26£636,775
Terraced2£414,500

10 years median price trend in Patcham West & Westdene

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Patcham West & Westdene.

Data Sources

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