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Area guide

BN2 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the BN2 postcode area, covering Brighton and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

BN2 area price snapshot

Average price

£260,468

Median price

£209,250

5-year trend

+30.1%

Total sales

56,662

The BN2 area has 1,398 individual postcodes with 56,662 registered sales. Prices are +34.7% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Brighton. The five-year price movement is +30.1%.

About Brighton

A popular coastal city with a vibrant cultural scene, direct trains to London Victoria in under an hour and premium property prices driven by London commuter demand.

🚆 Main station

Brighton

⏱️ London commute

~55 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Brighton College

View full Brighton property data →

Market context

With an average of £260,468, BN2 is a mid-range area, +34.7% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 56,662 recorded sales across 1,398 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in BN2 is +30.1%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for BN2

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how BN2 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in BN2.
  • 🏘️Explore Brighton. Much of the BN2 activity centres on Brighton. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the BN2 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in BN2

BN2 1FB

£200,364 avg · 270 sales

BN2 1PG

£202,190 avg · 235 sales

BN2 1EH

£184,641 avg · 227 sales

BN2 1QA

£180,576 avg · 212 sales

BN2 9SQ

£253,190 avg · 202 sales

BN2 9SR

£247,841 avg · 192 sales

BN2 1DD

£250,849 avg · 189 sales

BN2 4DB

£155,343 avg · 188 sales

BN2 1QE

£204,789 avg · 183 sales

View all 1,398 postcodes in BN2 →

Useful tools for BN2 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£3,023

Avg £260,468 in BN2

Full guide →

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare BN2 with other areas

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Brighton data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This BN2 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in BN2?

The average sold price in the BN2 postcode area is £260,468, based on 56,662 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Brighton.

How do BN2 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in BN2 average £260,468, which is +34.7% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in BN2 lower than the average?

The median price (£209,250) is 19.7% below the average (£260,468), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have BN2 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in BN2 have moved +30.1% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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