House Prices in Eastbourne, East Sussex

# Eastbourne Property Market Summary

Eastbourne's property market demonstrates notable volatility, with average prices fluctuating significantly over recent years. The market peaked dramatically in 2023 at £480,982 before moderating to £382,132 in 2024. With 38,438 properties in the area and an overall average price of £191,566, Eastbourne represents a substantial coastal market. Transaction volumes have varied considerably, from a high of 2,038 sales in 2024 to just 988 in 2023, suggesting shifting market dynamics and buyer confidence levels throughout different periods.

The seaside town has experienced a particularly interesting trajectory since 2017, when average prices stood at £361,980. After dipping to £313,152 in 2018, values generally trended upward through subsequent years, with 2021 showing relative affordability at £325,767 before the sharp 2023 spike. The partial 2025 data (598 sales at £345,023) indicates a continuing correction from the 2023 peak, suggesting the market may be stabilising at more sustainable levels. Eastbourne's position as a traditional coastal retirement destination and its improving connectivity to London continue to underpin demand, though the market clearly remains sensitive to broader economic conditions.