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Peacehaven West

About

Peacehaven West ward occupies the western portion of the town, characterised by residential streets and a mix of housing types. The area is defined by its proximity to the chalk cliffs of the South Downs National Park, which form a clear boundary to the north. Local amenities are concentrated along the main roads, serving the community's daily needs.

A notable feature is the presence of the Peacehaven Heights park, offering open green space and coastal views. The terrain slopes gently towards the English Channel, with several access points to the undercliff walk along the shore. The ward functions primarily as a residential district within the larger Lewes district authority.

Area overview

On average Peacehaven West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Peacehaven West is £46,940 per year. There are 2 schools in Peacehaven West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Peacehaven West is home to around 4,872 people, with a population density of about 4,353.9 per km2.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Peacehaven West Population

4,872

Population density

4,353.9 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

37.97(+20%)

Shoplifting

33.25(+317%)

Anti-social behaviour

24.22(+97%)

Public order

11.29(+86%)

Criminal damage and arson

8.83(+37%)

South East average

Demographics

British

4,119

84.51%

Other White

306

6.28%

Other Asian

1.48%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.88%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.84%

Total population: 4,874

Economics

No qualifications

949

22.96%

Level 4 qualifications or above

921

22.28%

Level 3 (A level)

688

16.65%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

636

15.39%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

479

11.59%

Total 16+ residents: 4,133

Housing

Owns outright

942

40.78%

Owns with a mortgage

594

25.71%

Private landlord or letting agency

522

22.6%

Social rents from council

148

6.41%

Other forms of private rent

2.12%

Total households: 2,310

Property prices in Peacehaven West

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £327,500 in Peacehaven West area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £650,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Peacehaven West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	21	£187,000	£155,000	£168,000	£215,000	£280,000
Semi-Detached	29	£330,000	£272,000	£310,000	£380,000	£440,100
Terraced	3	£347,000	£232,700	£283,500	£381,250	£408,650
Detached	31	£365,000	£312,500	£332,500	£427,500	£550,000

10 years median price trend in Peacehaven West

All postcodes in Peacehaven West

BN108LH

The Promenade

BN108NF

Meridian Way

BN107HY

Phyllis Avenue

BN107HX

South Coast Road

BN107NH

Cavell Avenue

BN108LS

The Promenade

BN107JA

The Promenade

BN107JB

Hoddern Avenue

BN108HP

Arundel Road

BN107PN

Phyllis Avenue

BN108LA

South Coast Road

BN108LJ

Edith Avenue

BN108HR

Bramber Avenue

BN109EF

Peacehaven West

BN107QT

Hoddern Avenue

BN107PD

South Coast Road

BN107RW

Malines Avenue

BN108HS

Newton Road

BN107NY

Sutton Avenue

BN108HN

Steyning Avenue

BN107RS

Malines Avenue

BN108LD

South Coast Road

BN108JZ

Jason Close

BN107QF

Balcombe Road

BN107HN

The Promenade

BN107NL

Fairfield

BN107PQ

South Coast Road

BN107RA

Phyllis Avenue

BN107FB

Lincoln Avenue

BN107PA

Sutton Avenue

BN108HL

Steyning Avenue

BN107PF

Rowe Avenue

BN108JU

South Coast Road

BN108JX

South Coast Road

BN108LN

The Promenade

BN108HH

Arundel Road

BN108JS

South Coast Road

BN107QR

Rowe Avenue North

BN109DR

Hoyle Road

BN107QP

Rowe Avenue North

BN107PL

South Coast Road

BN107PX

Cairo Avenue

BN107WE

Hoyle Road

BN107RQ

Phyllis Avenue

BN108RB

Newton Road

BN108LT

Steyning Avenue

BN108JH

South Coast Road

BN109EG

Peacehaven West

BN107NT

Arundel Road Central

BN107JE

South Coast Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area overview

Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

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Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

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Property prices in Peacehaven West

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