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Whitehawk

England / South East / Brighton and Hove / Whitehawk

About

Whitehawk is a residential area located in the eastern part of Brighton and Hove, near the South Downs. The area is known for its mix of housing, including post-war estates and newer developments. Whitehawk is close to Whitehawk Hill Local Nature Reserve, offering green spaces and walking trails with views over the city and coast.

The area has local amenities such as shops, schools, and community centers, catering to everyday needs. Public transport links provide access to central Brighton and other parts of the city. Whitehawk has a strong sense of community, with events and initiatives often organized by local groups. The area’s proximity to the Downs and the seafront makes it a practical location for those who enjoy outdoor activities.

Area overview

On average Whitehawk has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 115 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 62.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whitehawk is £37,800 per year. There are 1 schools in Whitehawk: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
115
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
62.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Whitehawk Population
9,089
Population density
2,497.4 per km²

Demographics

British
6,986
76.84%
Other White
541
5.95%
African
227
2.5%
Other
221
2.43%
Other Asian
182
2%
Total population: 9,092

Housing

Social rents from council
1,819
49.12%
Owns with a mortgage
481
12.99%
Other social rented
480
12.96%
Owns outright
454
12.26%
Private landlord or letting agency
350
9.45%
Total households: 3,703

Property prices in Whitehawk

Based on 28 recent sales, the median property price is £363,000 in Whitehawk area, with individual transactions ranging from £235,000 up to £560,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£547,500
Flats1£235,000
Semi-Detached16£371,250
Terraced9£360,000

10 years price trend in Whitehawk

All postcodes in Whitehawk

BN25NG

Whitehawk Road

BN25NP

Whitehawk Way

BN25PN

Desmond Way

BN20FN

Craven Road

BN25GU

Burlow Close

BN25HR

Plaistow Close

BN25LL

Sompting Close

BN25NU

Findon Road

BN23EX

Elm Grove

BN25LN

Sompting Close

BN25LP

Findon Road

BN25PS

Swanborough Place

BN25PU

Ticehurst Road

BN25PY

Danehill Road

BN29XZ

Freshfield Road

BN20FP

Manor Hill

BN23EA

Elm Grove

BN25EH

Manor Crescent

BN25HJ

Crossbush Road

BN25HP

Graffham Close

BN25LW

Crossbush Road

BN25QA

Swanborough Drive

BN29AD

Pankhurst Avenue

BN25EF

Manor Close

BN25FF

Whitehawk Close

BN25GX

Iden Close

BN25HB

Whitehawk Way

BN25HH

Byworth Close

BN25LR

Nuthurst Place

BN25QF

Swanborough Drive

BN25QJ

Whitehawk Way

BN25TS

Wilson Avenue

BN20FF

Craven Road

BN25HQ

Downash Close

BN25LZ

Camber Close

BN25NJ

Findon Road

BN25PP

Wiston Road

BN29YP

Pankhurst Avenue

BN20FJ

Southwater Close

BN25PW

Wadhurst Rise

BN25QE

Lodsworth Close

BN25QR

Haybourne Road

BN25ZG

Findon Road

BN20FE

Craven Road

BN25GS

Beckley Close

BN25GW

Hellingly Close

BN25LS

Nuthurst Close

BN25NX

Findon Road

BN25QX

Haybourne Close

BN29YF

Freshfield Road

BN25EP

Cowfold Road

BN25GZ

Hellingly Close

BN25HW

Horsham Close

BN20FB

Freshfield Road

BN25GA

Whitehawk Road

BN25QQ

Uckfield Close

BN25EG

Manor Close
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Data Sources

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