About Newhaven

Newhaven is a port town located in East Sussex, England, within the BN9 postcode area. It lies on the southern coast, where the River Ouse meets the English Channel. The town has a long maritime history and serves as a hub for ferry services to France, making it a key point for cross-channel travel. The local economy benefits from fishing and tourism, with various shops and eateries available for visitors and residents alike. The town features several notable landmarks, including Newhaven Fort, which dates back to the 19th century and offers insights into the area’s military past. The surrounding coastline provides opportunities for walks along the beach and views of the sea. Newhaven also has a railway station that connects it to nearby towns, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the wider region of East Sussex.

School Ratings in Newhaven

Families in Newhaven have access to 24 local schools. High Cliff Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Newhaven

Homes sell for an average of £297K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £264K.

Deprivation and Employment in Newhaven

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Newhaven around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Newhaven

Broadband services in Newhaven range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,885 sales

Average Price £297K
£255 — £9.91M
Detached £398K 300
Semi £310K 516
Terraced £264K 659
Flat £182K 337

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
3 Secondary
5 Other
Harbour Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.2 miles Breakwater Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles High Cliff Academy Primary Outstanding 0.6 miles Seahaven Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Denton Community Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.7 miles Peacehaven Community School Secondary Good 2 miles Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2 miles Peacehaven Children's Centre Good 2.2 miles Peacehaven Heights Academy Primary 2.3 miles Bowden House School Good 2.6 miles Seaford Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Telscombe Cliffs Academy Primary 2.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Newhaven IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Newhaven are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
5/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,643 Children (0-15) 18%
21,772 Working Age 59%
10,805 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Newhaven Town Train Station 0.2 miles
Newhaven Harbour Train Station 0.5 miles
Bishopstone (Sussex) Train Station 1.8 miles
Southease Train Station 2.7 miles
Seaford (Sussex) Train Station 2.7 miles
Glynde Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Piddinghoe 0.9 miles Mount Pleasant 0.9 miles South Heighton 0.9 miles Denton 0.9 miles Harbour Heights 0.9 miles Tarring Neville 1.2 miles Peacehaven Heights 1.4 miles Norton 1.9 miles Bishopstone 1.9 miles Peacehaven 1.9 miles Telscombe Cliffs 2.5 miles East Blatchington 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Lewes
County East Sussex
Ward Newhaven South
Constituency Lewes
Parish Newhaven
Region South East

Notable & Famous People from Newhaven 1 people

Wreckless Eric
Audio engineer
English rock and roll and new wave singer-songwriter (born 1954)

Streets in BN9 30 shown View all streets

A259 2 A26 5 Acacia Road 2 Anderson Close 1 Anemone Lane 1 Arrow Lane 3 Arundel Road 2 Avis Close 1 Avis Road 10 Avis Way 4 Badgers Close 1 Bay Vue Road 1 Beach Close 1 Beach Road 6 Beresford Road 3 Brands Close 1 Brazen Close 1 Bridge Street 2 Brighton Road 8 Brooks Close 2 Brookside 1 Bush Road 1 Butchers Lane 1 Cantercrow Hill 1 Cedarwell Close 1 Chapel Street 3 Charlston Avenue 1 Chestnut Way 2 Church Hill 5 Claremont Road 2

Postcodes in BN9 50 shown View all postcodes

BN9 0AA BN9 0AB BN9 0AD BN9 0AG BN9 0AL BN9 0AP BN9 0AS BN9 0AY BN9 0BA BN9 0BB BN9 0BD BN9 0BG BN9 0BH BN9 0BN BN9 0BP BN9 0BT BN9 0BU BN9 0BX BN9 0BY BN9 0BZ BN9 0DA BN9 0DD BN9 0DE BN9 0DF BN9 0DH BN9 0DJ BN9 0DN BN9 0DP BN9 0DQ BN9 0DR BN9 0DS BN9 0DU BN9 0ED BN9 0EE BN9 0EF BN9 0EH BN9 0EP BN9 0ES BN9 0EW BN9 0EX BN9 0FA BN9 0FB BN9 0FD BN9 0FE BN9 0FF BN9 0FG BN9 0FH BN9 0FJ BN9 0FL BN9 0FN