About Portslade-By-Sea

Portslade-By-Sea is a coastal village located in West Sussex, England, within the BN41 postcode area. It lies to the west of Brighton and is part of the city of Brighton and Hove. The area features a mix of residential housing and local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks. The proximity to the sea provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including walking along the seafront and enjoying the local beaches. The village is well-connected by public transport, with frequent bus services and a railway station that offers direct trains to Brighton and other nearby locations. Portslade-By-Sea is also home to several community events throughout the year, fostering a sense of local engagement. The nearby South Downs National Park offers additional recreational options for those who enjoy nature and hiking.

School Ratings in Portslade-By-Sea

Portslade-By-Sea is served by 106 schools. Hill Park School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Portslade-By-Sea

Property prices average £359K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £372K.

Deprivation and Employment in Portslade-By-Sea

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Portslade-By-Sea falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Portslade-By-Sea

Most properties in Portslade-By-Sea can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,508 sales

Average Price £359K
£500 — £3.75M
Detached £410K 232
Semi £385K 872
Terraced £372K 973
Flat £228K 344

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

53 Primary
10 Secondary
43 Other
Hove Micro-School Good 97 yards St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Brackenbury Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Nicolas CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Eastbrook Primary Academy Primary 0.4 miles South Portslade Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Benfield Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Peter Gladwin Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Hill Park School Outstanding 0.7 miles North Portslade Children's Centre Good 0.9 miles Glebe Primary School Primary 1 miles Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Portslade-By-Sea IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Portslade-By-Sea in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
4/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,672 Children (0-15) 20%
18,126 Working Age 63%
6,235 Older (60+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.8% 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

Portslade Train Station 0.7 miles
Southwick Train Station 0.8 miles
Aldrington Train Station 1.7 miles
Hove Train Station 2.1 miles
Shoreham-By-Sea Train Station 2.3 miles
Brighton Train Station 3.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fishersgate 0 yards Southern Cross 0 yards Southwick 0.6 miles Portslade Village 0.6 miles Hangleton 0.9 miles Kingston by Sea 1.2 miles Aldrington 1.2 miles Mile Oak 1.2 miles West Blatchington 1.4 miles Hove 1.9 miles Shoreham Beach 2 miles Shoreham-By-Sea 2 miles

Local Government

District Brighton and Hove
County West Sussex
Ward Wish
Constituency Hove
Parish Brighton and Hove, unparished area
Region South East

Streets in BN41 30 shown View all streets

Abinger Road 3 Anvil Close 1 Applesham Way 5 Avery Close 1 Badger Close 2 Bampfield Street 2 Basin Road North 5 Basin Road South 3 Beaconsfield Road 1 Beechers Road 1 Benfield Close 1 Benfield Crescent 1 Benfield Way 2 Boundary Road 25 Brackenbury Close 1 Brambledean Road 1 Brasslands Drive 1 Brighton & Hove Bypass 1 Broomfield Drive 1 Burlington Gardens 2 Bush Cottage Close 1 Bush Farm Drive 2 Camden Street 1 Chalky Road 1 Chapel Place 1 Chapel Road 4 Chrisdory Road 1 Church Road 3 Church Street 2 Clarendon Place 3

Postcodes in BN41 50 shown View all postcodes

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