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Southbourne

England / South East / Chichester / Southbourne

About

Southbourne is a ward located in the Chichester district of West Sussex. It lies approximately 5 miles west of Chichester city centre, near the border with Hampshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, bungalows, and some smaller terraced properties. Local amenities include a convenience store, a primary school, and a village hall that hosts community events.

The ward is surrounded by rural landscapes, with farmland and open spaces contributing to its quiet atmosphere. Southbourne is well-connected by road, with the A27 providing links to Chichester and Portsmouth. Public transport options include bus services to nearby towns. The area has a small but active community, with local groups and organisations fostering social connections among residents.

Area overview

On average Southbourne has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 39 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southbourne is £50,875 per year. There are 4 schools in Southbourne: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

10%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Southbourne Population

8,113

Population density

612.6 per km²

Demographics

British

7,282

89.76%

Other White

196

2.42%

Other Asian

1.18%

Caribbean

1.06%

African

1.04%

Total population: 8,113

Housing

Owns outright

1,380

43.94%

Owns with a mortgage

773

24.61%

Private landlord or letting agency

339

10.79%

Other social rented

308

9.81%

Other forms of private rent

228

7.26%

Total households: 3,141

Property prices in Southbourne

Based on 106 recent sales, the median property price is £390,300 in Southbourne area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £1,525,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	30	£633,750	£273,500	£481,750	£757,500	£1,336,500
Flats	6	£200,000	£132,750	£177,000	£212,500	£218,750
Semi-Detached	45	£377,500	£268,400	£340,000	£415,000	£560,000
Terraced	25	£350,000	£200,000	£323,500	£400,000	£441,000

10 years price trend in Southbourne

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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