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About

Southgate is a residential area located in the northern part of Crawley, West Sussex. It is one of the town's original neighbourhoods, developed as part of the post-war New Town expansion. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached homes, terraced properties, and low-rise flats, with many built in the mid-20th century. Green spaces like Southgate Park provide recreational areas for residents, while local schools and community facilities serve the neighbourhood.

The area is well-connected, with Crawley town centre just a short distance away, offering shopping and transport links. Southgate has a practical layout, with local shops and amenities along Southgate Drive, catering to daily needs. The proximity to Gatwick Airport makes it a convenient location for commuters. While quieter than the town centre, it maintains a functional and established residential character.

Area overview

On average Southgate has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 103 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southgate is £54,400 per year. There are 3 schools in Southgate: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

103

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Southgate Population

10,355

Population density

5,519.8 per km²

Demographics

British

5,777

55.79%

Other White

1,471

14.21%

Indian

588

5.68%

Pakistani

553

5.34%

Other Asian

373

3.6%

Total population: 10,355

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,149

27.25%

Private landlord or letting agency

957

22.69%

Owns outright

954

22.62%

Social rents from council

555

13.16%

Other social rented

464

11%

Total households: 4,217

Property prices in Southgate

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £335,000 in Southgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £810,000.

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 Southgate over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	16	£607,500	£357,500	£437,500	£693,750	£787,500
Flats	24	£210,000	£103,375	£176,800	£220,000	£259,025
Semi-Detached	21	£361,000	£311,500	£335,000	£405,000	£485,000
Terraced	32	£334,000	£228,400	£301,875	£370,625	£412,250

10 years median price trend in Southgate

Data Sources

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

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

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