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Shoreham Central & Beach

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About

Shoreham Central & Beach is a coastal area in Adur, West Sussex, known for its mix of residential and commercial spaces. The town centre features a range of independent shops, cafes, and local businesses, alongside essential services like the library and community centre. The High Street serves as a focal point, with historic buildings reflecting the area’s long-standing heritage.

The beachfront offers a quieter atmosphere, with a mix of shingle and sand along the shoreline. The River Adur runs nearby, providing opportunities for walking and cycling along its banks. Shoreham Harbour, one of the oldest working ports in the UK, adds an industrial edge to the area. The beach is less developed than nearby Brighton, making it a more low-key destination for locals and visitors.

Area overview

On average Shoreham Central & Beach has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shoreham Central & Beach is £45,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Shoreham Central & Beach: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
8.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shoreham Central & Beach Population
9,261
Population density
4,237.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,113
87.62%
Other White
412
4.45%
Irish
109
1.18%
White and Asian (mixed)
106
1.14%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
97
1.05%
Total population: 9,259

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,738
39.89%
Owns with a mortgage
1,295
29.72%
Private landlord or letting agency
842
19.33%
Social rents from council
169
3.88%
Other social rented
148
3.4%
Total households: 4,357

Property prices in Shoreham Central & Beach

Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £382,500 in Shoreham Central & Beach area, with individual transactions ranging from £122,500 up to £2,275,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shoreham Central & Beach 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 Shoreham Central & Beach over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£650,000
Flats57£255,000
Semi-Detached18£528,750
Terraced38£457,000

10 years median price trend in Shoreham Central & Beach

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shoreham Central & Beach.

Data Sources

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