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Brighton live market dataUpdated 2026-01

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Premium coastal city with strong London commuter appeal

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BRIGHTON LIVE SNAPSHOT
2026-01
Avg yield
4.5%
Live across the city
Live stock
£430,000
Listings indexed
Median price
£430,000
City-wide
Brighton This week

Brighton, in four numbers.

Today's reading of the Brighton market, pulled from our live scraper feed.

Median asking priceup +5.5% YoY
£430,000
across all property types and bed counts
12-MO TREND+5.5%
Avg gross yieldup stable
4.5%
Stress-tested at 5.5%, BTL stock only
12-MO TRENDRange 3.5-5.5%
Live stock+5.5%
£430,000
Active listings indexed today
8-WK TREND+5.5%
Time on market-5 days
28 days
Median days from list to SSTC
12-MO TREND-5 days
Yield leaderboard - Brighton areas

Where Brighton stacks tightest.

Top areas ranked by median gross yield right now.

#1LEWELewes Road - 69 active5.5%
#2KEMPKemptown - 79 active4.8%
#3HANOHanover - 85 active4.5%
04NORTNorth Laine - 95 active4.2%
05HOVEHove - 97 active4.0%

Brighton by property type

2-bed terrace5.5%
3-bed terrace4.9%
4-bed HMO5.3%
2-bed flat4.1%
3-bed semi3.8%
1-bed flat3.5%
4-bed semi3.7%
5-bed detached3.5%
The shortlist

Brighton areas worth your Saturday morning.

North Laine

Trendy - Central - Character properties
4.2% yield

Trendy central area with character properties. High demand from professionals and creatives.

Avg price
£475k
Avg yield
4.2%
Profile
Trendy
Trendy central area with character properties.See North Laine listings

Hanover

Residential - Community - Steady demand
4.5% yield

Popular residential area with colourful streets. Strong community feel and steady demand.

Avg price
£425k
Avg yield
4.5%
Profile
Residential
Popular residential area with colourful streets.See Hanover listings

Kemptown

Seafront - Diverse - Period properties
4.8% yield

Seafront area with diverse community. Mix of period properties and modern flats.

Avg price
£395k
Avg yield
4.8%
Profile
Seafront
Seafront area with diverse community.See Kemptown listings

Lewes Road

Student area - HMO market - Higher yields
5.5% yield

Student corridor with HMO opportunities. Near both universities with high demand.

Avg price
£345k
Avg yield
5.5%
Profile
Student area
Student corridor with HMO opportunities.See Lewes Road listings

Hove

Premium - Family market - Hove seafront
4% yield

Premium residential with family market. Slightly more affordable than central Brighton.

Avg price
£485k
Avg yield
4%
Profile
Premium
Premium residential with family market.See Hove listings
The case

Why Brighton, in four numbers.

Brighton offers premium coastal living with strong capital appreciation. Fast London trains, vibrant culture, two universities, and year-round appeal create consistent demand despite higher entry prices.

01 - Yield
£430,000
Avg Property Price

Capital Growth

Brighton has historically outperformed on capital appreciation. Premium market with limited supply. Long-term wealth building focus.

02 - Demand
4.5%
Avg Rental Yield

London Commuters

Under 1 hour to London Victoria. Brighton increasingly popular with professionals priced out of London. Strong rental demand.

03 - Regen
680+
Properties Available

University Market

35,000+ students from two universities. Lewes Road corridor offers best yields. HMO licensing required but lucrative.

04 - Liquidity
£430,000
Avg Property Price

Lifestyle Appeal

Year-round tourism, vibrant nightlife, cultural events. High tenant demand from professionals seeking coastal lifestyle.

Brighton Operator FAQ

Brighton questions, answered.

Is Brighton good for property investment?
Yes for capital growth focused investors. Lower yields (4-5%) but strong appreciation. Premium market with consistent demand from commuters and professionals.
What are the best areas for buy-to-let?
Students: Lewes Road (5%+ yields, HMO). Professionals: North Laine, Kemptown, Hanover. Families: Hove. Yields lower than northern cities but appreciation stronger.
How do Brighton yields compare to other cities?
Lower than northern cities (4.5% vs 6-7%). Brighton suits investors prioritising capital growth over cash flow. Premium market with limited supply.
What about London commuter demand?
Very strong. Under 1 hour to London Victoria. Many professionals prefer Brighton lifestyle with London salary. Creates consistent rental demand.
Is student property a good investment?
Yes, particularly Lewes Road area. Two universities with 35,000+ students. HMO licensing required. Yields of 5-6% achievable in student areas.
What are typical investment costs?
Deposit (25%): £107,500 on £430k. Stamp duty (with surcharge): £23,500. Legal: £1,200-1,800. Management: 10-12%. Higher entry but premium market.
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