BN9 (Newhaven) in East Sussex has recorded modest property price appreciation at 1.6% compound annual growth over five years, significantly below the national average. Rental growth of 4.5% annually outpaces capital growth, suggesting a yield-focused investment profile. Population expansion remains negligible at 0.3% over the same period, indicating limited demographic drivers for future demand. The district scores 48.3 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it at the 39th percentile nationally and reflecting average medium-term prospects. Classified as latent in gentrification staging, the area shows minimal signs of accelerating urban transformation, distinguishing it from stronger-performing coastal and regional markets.
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- 1Property prices up 0.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.3% per year
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What's changing in Newhaven · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 2.6 points this month to 46/100, driven mainly by safety.
10 planning applications submitted in BN9 over the last six months.
Newhaven (BN9) common questions
Is Newhaven up and coming?
Newhaven (BN9) has a trajectory score of 46/100 (Average), placing it in the top 74% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 5.1 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Newhaven safe?
Newhaven has a safety score of 27/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Newhaven?
The average property price in Newhaven (BN9) is £365k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Newhaven?
The median monthly rent in Newhaven (BN9) is £1,306 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Newhaven?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Peacehaven (BN10), Lewes (BN8), Seaford (BN25), Brighton (BN2), Brighton (BN1). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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