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Patcham West & Westdene

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About

Patcham West & Westdene sits on a raised plateau on the northern edge of the city, bordered by the A27 bypass. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of interwar semi-detached houses and later developments, with many homes offering views over the surrounding downland. Local shopping needs are served by a small parade of shops along Westdene Way, including a convenience store and a post office, creating a self-contained neighbourhood feel. The open green space of Carden Park provides a focal point for the community.

The area is defined by its proximity to the South Downs, with the steep slopes of Hollingbury Hill rising immediately to the east. A distinctive feature is the network of old flint walls lining many streets, a legacy of the area's rural past before its 20th-century expansion. Several local schools, including Westdene Primary, anchor the community. Public transport links connect residents to central Brighton and Hove via frequent bus services along the main roads.

Area overview

On average Patcham West & Westdene has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 39 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 per household in Patcham West & Westdene is £64,821 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). Patcham West & Westdene is home to around 8,062 people, with a population density of about 784.2 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
39
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

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
13.52(-57%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.8(-15%)
Shoplifting
6.45(-20%)
Other theft
6.2(+11%)
Public order
3.97(-35%)
South East average

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

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,861
43.37%
Level 3 (A level)
1,069
16.2%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
857
12.99%
No qualifications
832
12.61%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
521
7.9%
Total 16+ residents: 6,597

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 91 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
Detached36£710,000
Flats28£258,500
Semi-Detached26£636,775
Terraced1£419,000

10 years median price trend in Patcham West & Westdene

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

All postcodes in Patcham West & Westdene

BN15GH

Mill Rise

BN15JP

Hillbrow Road

BN18NA

Carden Avenue

BN18WF

Overhill Drive

BN18YD

London Road

BN18WT

Highview Road

BN18XJ

Brangwyn Crescent

BN18UR

Patcham Grange

BN15LL

Green Ridge

BN18BB

Old London Road

BN18WA

The Woodlands

BN18YA

Old London Road

BN16YN

Withdean Rise

BN18QL

Winfield Close

BN18YE

Church Hill

BN15FD

Valley Drive

BN18ND

Overhill Gardens

BN18ZH

Braypool Lane

BN18QG

Carol Close

BN18XF

The Close

BN15HG

Windmill Drive

BN18XD

Brangwyn Drive

BN15HF

Westdene Drive

BN16YH

Withdean Rise

BN18AL

Ballards Mill Close

BN18YG

Court Close

BN15GB

Highbank

BN15LP

Glen Rise

BN18NF

Carden Avenue

BN18XL

Old London Road

BN15FN

Hillcrest

BN15JS

Tongdean Lane

BN15JN

Wayland Avenue

BN18YQ

Patcham By Pass

BN15FF

Valley Drive

BN15HJ

Windmill Drive

BN15HE

Westdene Drive

BN15LU

Green Ridge

BN15EQ

Downside

BN15JE

Tongdean Lane

BN15LH

Whitethorn Drive

BN18ZA

Patcham & Hollingbury

BN15GE

Bramble Rise

BN16YG

Withdean Rise

BN18YB

Patcham By Pass

BN18BL

Grange Walk

BN18QA

London Road

BN18YH

Windmill Drive

BN15EJ

Eldred Avenue

BN16YP

Park Manor

BN18YR

Devil's Dyke Road

BN18QS

London Road

BN18QT

London Road

BN18XP

Audrey Close

BN18XT

Brangwyn Way

BN18ZG

Sweet Hill

BN18AX

Westdene & Hove Park

BN15FE

Hillside Way

BN15FJ

Redhill Close

BN18XN

Grangeways

BN18ZF

Mill Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.