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Westbourne & Poets' Corner

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About

Westbourne & Poets' Corner is a residential ward in Brighton and Hove, located to the north of the city centre. The area is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, with tree-lined streets creating a quiet atmosphere. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and pubs along Portland Road, serving the community’s daily needs. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with several bus routes providing easy access to central Brighton and Hove.

The area takes its name partly from the Poets' Corner neighbourhood, which features streets named after famous writers. Westbourne & Poets' Corner has a strong sense of community, with events often held at St. Luke’s Church and local parks. The ward is close to Preston Park, offering green space for recreation. Schools, healthcare facilities, and a library are within walking distance, making it a practical choice for families and long-term residents.

Area overview

On average Westbourne & Poets' Corner has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 58 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Westbourne & Poets' Corner is £55,208 per year. There are 5 schools in Westbourne & Poets' Corner: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
58
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
8.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Westbourne & Poets' Corner

Based on 162 recent sales, the median property price is £536,000 in Westbourne & Poets' Corner area, with individual transactions ranging from £131,500 up to £2,075,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Westbourne & Poets' Corner 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 Westbourne & Poets' Corner over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£1,060,000
Flats76£340,000
Semi-Detached7£1,400,000
Terraced71£665,000

10 years median price trend in Westbourne & Poets' Corner

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Westbourne & Poets' Corner.

All postcodes in Westbourne & Poets' Corner

BN33FE

King Alfred

BN34GD

Princes Avenue

BN35AH

Sheridan Terrace

BN35PL

Westbourne Gardens

BN35AA

Coleridge Street

BN35BB

Byron Street

BN35BT

Byron Street

BN35FJ

Marmion Road

BN35QF

Modena Road

BN32TS

Princes Avenue

BN34FA

Kingsway

BN35BE

Montgomery Street

BN35BF

Montgomery Street

BN35DA

Pembroke Avenue

BN35RB

Richardson Road

BN33HB

Aldrington

BN34BA

Langdale Road

BN35DB

Pembroke Avenue

BN35PB

Lawrence Road

BN35QN

Portland Road

BN33HE

Clarendon Road

BN34GG

Westbourne Villas

BN34GJ

Kingsway

BN34GL

Kingsway

BN35AE

Sheridan Terrace

BN35BN

Cowper Street

BN35DF

Pembroke Crescent

BN35HN

Scott Road

BN35PE

Westbourne Street

BN35QG

Modena Road

BN35QD

Lawrence Road

BN34FB

Kingsway

BN34GB

Aymer Road

BN35HZ

Kendal Road

BN35PF

Westbourne Street

BN35FA

Westbourne Street

BN35DW

Portland Road

BN35FF

Cowper Street

BN35HA

Ruskin Road

BN33HZ

Aldrington

BN34AF

King Alfred

BN35GD

Shelley Road

BN35HL

Mainstone Road

BN32DH

Vallance Road

BN34FH

Aymer Road

BN34FZ

Kingsway

BN35JD

Payne Avenue

BN35PQ

Westbourne Gardens

BN34RB

Kingsway

BN35DY

Pembroke Gardens

BN34FX

Kingsway

BN35EX

Mortimer Close

BN35PN

Westbourne Gardens

BN35QQ

Raphael Road

BN33HA

Goldstone Road

BN35PA

Rutland Gardens

BN34FF

Kingsway

BN34GR

Kingsway

BN35FB

Byron Street

BN35HD

Linton Road

BN34GP

King's Esplanade

BN35RL

Aldrington South

BN35DE

Pembroke Avenue

BN35DH

Pembroke Avenue

BN35DN

Portland Road

BN35FS

Marmion Road

BN35QE

Lawrence Road

Data Sources

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