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West Blatchington

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About

West Blatchington is a residential suburb situated north of Hove's central seafront, characterised by its quiet, leafy streets and a mix of interwar and post-war housing. The area is anchored by the expansive West Blatchington Windmill, a historic smock mill that stands as a local landmark amidst surrounding parkland. This creates a distinct separation from the more densely populated coastal areas, offering a notably green and settled environment with easy access to the South Downs.

The neighbourhood is primarily family-oriented, with several schools and local shops concentrated along Old Shoreham Road. Its layout includes numerous cul-de-sacs and crescents, contributing to its calm atmosphere. The area is defined by its practical amenities and community facilities, including a sports centre and playing fields, rather than tourist attractions, making it a self-contained residential district within the larger city.

Area overview

On average West Blatchington has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 29 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in West Blatchington is £75,933 per year. There are 3 schools in West Blatchington: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). West Blatchington is home to around 7,581 people, with a population density of about 3,172.6 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
29
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
2.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

West Blatchington Population
7,581
Population density
3,172.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
10.68(-66%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.75(-26%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.75(-59%)
Public order
4.48(-27%)
Other theft
2.9(-48%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,635
74.3%
Other White
575
7.58%
Other
214
2.82%
Indian
207
2.73%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
148
1.95%
Total population: 7,584

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,976
48.97%
Level 3 (A level)
949
15.62%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
747
12.29%
No qualifications
625
10.28%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
424
6.98%
Total 16+ residents: 6,077

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,191
41.37%
Owns with a mortgage
1,128
39.18%
Private landlord or letting agency
415
14.41%
Other forms of private rent
48
1.67%
Social rents from council
38
1.32%
Total households: 2,879

Property prices in West Blatchington

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £808,000 in West Blatchington area, with individual transactions ranging from £250,000 up to £2,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Blatchington 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 West Blatchington over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached39£1,000,000
Flats16£342,500
Semi-Detached33£775,000
Terraced4£653,750

10 years median price trend in West Blatchington

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in West Blatchington.

All postcodes in West Blatchington

BN37QT

Nevill Close

BN36BP

Woodland Close

BN36DS

Woodland Drive

BN36WT

Queen Victoria Avenue

BN37BF

Park View Road

BN37PY

The Droveway

BN37DR

Cumberland Terrace

BN36BE

Goldstone Crescent

BN36BH

Woodland Avenue

BN36XB

Queen Victoria Avenue

BN36TF

Barrowfield Drive

BN37BH

Orchard Gardens

BN37BP

Nevill Road

BN36LX

Goldstone Crescent

BN36UP

Shirley Drive

BN36WJ

Edward Close

BN36PL

Benett Drive

BN36TD

Mallory Road

BN37BE

Old Shoreham Road

BN36BA

Goldstone Crescent

BN36US

Benett Drive

BN36UQ

Benett Drive

BN36QE

Tongdean Road

BN36QR

Chalfont Drive

BN36AL

Old Shoreham Road

BN36QQ

Meadow Close

BN36WB

Mill Drive

BN36DJ

Woodland Drive

BN36AJ

Hove Park Gardens

BN36QG

Hill Brow

BN36UB

Shirley Drive

BN36UJ

Shirley Drive

BN36WA

Elizabeth Avenue

BN37QF

Nevill Gardens

BN36BL

Woodland Avenue

BN36DD

Hill Brow

BN37QQ

Nevill Road

BN36BJ

Woodland Avenue

BN36TP

Barrowfield Close

BN37AW

Park View Road

BN37QS

Frant Road

BN36PJ

Woodruff Avenue

BN36UL

Shirley Drive

BN36WQ

Windsor Close

BN37BL

Orchard Avenue

BN37QL

Nevill Way

BN36HN

Hove Park Gardens

BN36WF

Cobton Drive

BN37RB

Chartfield Way

BN36QA

Dyke Road Avenue

BN36AN

Goldstone Crescent

BN36DA

Dyke Road Avenue

BN36DR

Woodland Parade

BN36DG

Deanway

BN37QN

Nevill Road

BN36TG

Elm Close

BN36WD

Mill Drive

BN36DF

Woodland Drive

BN36TJ

Woodlands

BN37BJ

Orchard Gardens

BN37QG

Nevill Road

Data Sources

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