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South Portslade

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About

South Portslade ward is a primarily residential area located in the western part of the city. It is bordered by the railway line and the A27 road, with a mix of housing types including Victorian terraces, post-war estates, and modern developments. The ward contains local shopping parades along Portland Road and Boundary Road, serving the community's daily needs. Industrial and commercial units are situated near the old railway yard and the main road corridors.

The area is historically linked to its industrial past, with the former Portslade Gas Works site being a significant local landmark. The ward includes several green spaces such as Easthill Park and the grounds of the old St Nicolas Church. Residential streets are generally quiet, with the busy South Coast main railway line running along its northern boundary. The local infrastructure includes primary schools and community facilities.

Area overview

On average South Portslade has moderate deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 13.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in South Portslade is £57,037 per year. There are 7 schools in South Portslade: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
13.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in South Portslade

Based on 113 recent sales, the median property price is £405,000 in South Portslade area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £835,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Portslade 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 South Portslade over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£600,000
Flats21£260,000
Semi-Detached32£424,250
Terraced51£415,000

10 years median price trend in South Portslade

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in South Portslade.

Data Sources

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