Explore the different areas in and around Brighton & Hove and find somewhere to live that fits your budget and lifestyle.
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Students with dependents
Important: Although many students choose to live in student house shares in areas close to the University, Brighton & Hove is one of the most expensive cities in the UK to live. We recommend that student families expand their search for accommodation across the wider Sussex area.
Near campus
See the areas to live in Brighton & Hove that are close to campus.
Lewes Road
Lewes Road is close to both the city centre and campus – it is about one and a half miles from campus.
Amenities: The area is popular with students due to the range of small cafes, pubs and shops. It also has some larger retailers, such as Sainsbury’s, B&Q, Aldi and Halfords.
Transport: There are regular buses to and from campus, some running 24 hours a day. The numbers 23, 25, 25X, 28 and 29 go from Lewes Road, and stop right outside campus. You can also cycle to campus and into the city centre using dedicated bicycle lanes.
Moulsecoomb and Bevendean
Moulsecoomb and Bevendean are two estates located in the suburbs of the city, about two miles from campus.
Amenities: The area has a large leisure centre, shops and community pubs.
Transport: The bus numbers 23, 25, 25X 28 and 29 run past the area and stop outside campus. Moulsecoomb also has a railway station with connections to Falmer station (the closest train station to campus) and Brighton.
Coldean
Coldean village is about one and a half miles from campus. It’s surrounded by fields and woodland.
Amenities: It has cafes, shops, a pharmacy, a doctor’s surgery, a library and a post office.
Transport: Coldean is well connected to both campus and the city centre. It’s a 10-minute walk to campus and 30-minute bus ride into Brighton. You can get the number 25 and 25X bus from the front of Coldean village to campus.
In the city
See the areas to live within Brighton & Hove.
Hollingdean
Hollingdean is a semi-suburban area made up of rows of Victorian terraced houses. It is just over four miles from campus.
Amenities: It has trendy cafes, pubs and restaurants. It is close to Lewes Road and London Road.
Transport: The closest railway station is Preston Park. Preston Park station is on the Brighton to London mainline, so you can travel into the city or take the train up to the capital. There are also buses into the city centre, and you can change there for buses to campus.
London Road
London Road is about four miles from campus.
Amenities: It has a range of bars, pubs, coffee shops, supermarkets and the city’s Open Market. London Road is also within walking distance of Brighton’s bohemian North Laine.
Transport: London Road railway station is on the same line as Falmer and it takes about 10 minutes to get to campus. There are also many bus routes (but you may need to change in the city centre to get to campus) including the number 5B which runs directly to and from campus in the mornings and afternoons.
Hanover and Elm Grove
Hanover and Elm Grove are two of the quirkiest neighbourhoods in Brighton. The area is known for its bright and colourful houses and strong community spirit. It is about four miles from campus.
Amenities: It is popular with students due to its large number of cafes and local pubs, and the supermarkets of Lewes Road are only a short distance away.
Transport: There are buses from Hanover and Elm Grove to campus but you may have to change at Lewes Road for some routes.
Hove
Hove is just over seven miles from campus. It’s easy to get to the seafront and into the city centre.
Amenities: Hove is a bit further from campus but is home to many cafes, restaurants, shops, galleries and bars.
Transport: You can get the train from Hove to Falmer, but need to change at Brighton. The number 25 bus route runs from Hove, covering areas to the west of the city and travelling through central Brighton to campus.
Outside the city
We recommend widening your search to outside Brighton & Hove if you are having trouble finding somewhere locally.
The following areas have good transport links to campus. If you are a student with a dependent, you may be entitled to a permit to park on campus if you are travelling by car.
East of campus
There are a few coastal towns and suburbs east of Brighton & Hove.
If you are travelling by train, you may need to change at Lewes station depending on the time of day.
Peacehaven
Peacehaven is a small town and is located above the chalk cliffs of the South Downs.
Amenities: There are a selection of shops including a post office, opticians, barber, cafe and stationary shop.
Distance: Seven miles (11km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: There are bus services (via Brighton). Journey time to campus is approximately 50 minutes.
Newhaven
Newhaven is a small port town with a train link to campus.
Amenities: There are a selection of shops and cafes, a lively riverside area, a historic fort and ferry links to France.
Distance: 11 miles (17km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: There is a direct train connection to the University in 20 minutes.
Lewes
Lewes is an historic, picturesque, traditional English town. It is popular with tourists and older students.
Amenities: There’s a good selection of high-street shops, supermarkets, cafes, bars, restaurants, and pubs. There is also a swimming pool as well as parks, gardens, and museums.
Distance: Six miles (9km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: There’s a direct train connection in less than 10 minutes to Falmer and two buses an hour to campus.
Seaford
Seaford is a town on the south coast.
Amenities: A selection of high-street shops, pubs and restaurants.
Distance: 14 miles (22km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: There is a direct train from Seaford to Falmer station which takes 25 minutes.
Eastbourne
Eastbourne is a large town on the coast, popular with tourists and families.
Amenities: There’s a good selection of high-street shops, restaurants and pubs. There is an art gallery, a renowned tennis complex and an annual airshow.
Distance: 20 miles (32km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: There’s a train connection to campus that takes about 40 minutes, sometimes requiring a change in Lewes.
West of campus
There are a few coastal towns and suburbs west of Brighton & Hove.
If you are travelling by train, there is a brief change at Brighton station to reach your destination.
Portslade and Aldrington
Portslade is close to Hove but slightly less expensive.
Amenities: There’s a good selection of pubs, bars, cafes, grocery stores, supermarkets and restaurants.
Distance: Eight miles (12km) to the University from the town centre (Portslade).
Transport: You can get to campus by train in about 25 minutes (changing trains in Brighton). It is less than 10 minutes by train to Hove or Brighton.
Shoreham
Shoreham is a small, traditional English seaside town with beautiful seaside views, a picturesque river and walking/cycling routes into the South Downs National Park.
Amenities: There’s a range of shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and two supermarkets.
Distance: 11 miles (17km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: It is about 15 minutes by train to Brighton. You have to change trains in Brighton to get to Falmer. It is also within easy reach of London (one and a half hours direct).
Lancing
Lancing is a large coastal village.
Amenities: A range of shops along the high street.
Distance: 12 miles (19km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: You can get to campus by train in about 50 minutes (changing trains in Brighton).
Worthing
Worthing is the next main town west of the city of Brighton & Hove.
Amenities: There are the usual bars, cafes, and shops you'd expect in any town. It also has a pier and two historic cinemas.
Distance: 16 miles (25km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: You can get to campus by train in about 45 minutes (changing trains in Brighton).
North of campus
There are three towns north of Brighton & Hove and a village that may be less expensive than living in the city.
If you are travelling by train, there is a brief change at Brighton station to reach your destination.
Hassocks
Hassocks is a village with a mainline train station to both Brighton and London.
Amenities: Hassocks has a range of village shops, and two small supermarkets.
Distance: Eight miles (12km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: You can get to campus by train in around 25 minutes (changing trains at Brighton).
Burgess Hill
Burgess Hill is a small town north of the city of Brighton & Hove.
Amenities: Burgess Hill has a range of shops and outlets for socialising.
Distance: 15 miles (24km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: You can get to campus by train in about 30 minutes (changing trains in Brighton).
Haywards Heath
Haywards Heath is the next main town north of Brighton & Hove.
Amenities: It has lots of shops and entertainment areas while being close to the surrounding countryside. It's about 45 minutes from central London by train.
Distance: 18 miles (28km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: You can get to campus by train in about 45 minutes (changing trains in Brighton).
Crawley
Crawley is a large town with easy access to Gatwick Airport.
Amenities: A large shopping centre (County Mall), several large supermarkets and many pubs and restaurants.
Distance: 22 miles (35km) to the University from the town centre.
Transport: You can get to campus by train in around one hour (changing trains at Three Bridges and Brighton).
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