Why live in Brighton?

Our Brighton guide is your one stop shop for info about why you should live in Brighton, from property in Brighton prices to Brighton schools, eating out to entertainment. Brighton is officially the happiest place to live in Britain, so discover this beautiful 'City by the Sea' and find out about why so many people choose to live in Brighton with our handy Brighton guide.

Property in Brighton Prices & where to live in Brighton
The Brighton population is vibrant and diverse, with 41% of the demography aged 20-44. A large proportion of Brighton residents are either students in higher education or young professionals enjoying the cutting edge entertainment and opportunities on offer.

If you're looking to buy property in Brighton then take advantage of the current housing market conditions. The price of property in Brighton has fallen by 18.7%, with average asking price dropping to around £191,000. To live in Brighton in a 1 bedroom flat will cost you around £159,000, and a 2 bedroom family home roughly £240,000.

The best places to live in Brighton & buy property in Brighton vary depending on demographic:
Best property in Brighton for families
Woodingdean is a beautiful village community minutes away from Brighton Marina. Panoramic views and attractive detached properties in Brighton, safe & friendly atmosphere.
Best property in Brighton for young professionals
Kemp Town is a thriving, friendly area of Brighton boasting impressive Regency architecture and attractive homes. Lively atmosphere & good transport links.
Best Brighton student accommodation
Lewes Road offers the best Brighton student accommodation, combining a lively atmosphere with plentiful takeaways, pubs, clubs and excellent public transport links.

Public Services & Transport in Brighton
Many people choose to live in Brighton it is both charming coastal town and cultural epicentre, Brighton is ideally situated between the South Downs and southern coast. Brighton Transport links are superb, from award winning local bus services to national rail links into London and beyond.

Brighton and Hove County Council provide a wide variety of vital public services to residents who live in Brighton, including adult and community education centres, mobile libraries and recycling banks. The council has a progressive approach to energy saving initiatives.

Brighton Schools & Universities
When buying a property in Brighton you should realise that Brighton schools are among the best in the South East, with local primary and senior schools achieving outstanding results in examinations and inspections.
Primary Brighton Schools
Queens Park Primary School, Balfour Junior School and Downs Junior School are amongst the best primary schools in Brighton, with at least 95% of students passing Maths, English and Science exams.
Secondary Brighton Schools
Brighton and Hove High School continues to impress, with 100% of students achieving GCSE grades A-C. Brighton college has shot up the Sunday Times schools list, with 82.1% of students achieving an A at A-level, whilst Varndean sixth form college ranks 49th in the Sunday Times secondary schools/colleges list.
Brighton University
Brighton University boasts one of the best teaching quality ratings in the UK and consists of a 21,000 strong student community spread across five campuses. Brighton Uni offers a wide range of exceptional higher education courses.

Restaurants and Pubs in Brighton
Not only is having a property in Brighton great for the Brighton schools and services but eating out in Brighton is a real treat too. Brighton has 400 exceptional pubs and restaurants to choose from. People who live in Brighton have a selection of celebrities including local resident Fatboy Slim and chef Aldo Zilli who have opened cool new restaurants, with plans for a new Jamie Oliver Pukka Pasta restaurant underway. Brighton restaurants regularly win culinary awards, including Best Vegetarian Restaurant and Best Breakfast at the 2008 Observer Food Awards.

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Brighton Entertainment
Easily the most exciting city to live in Britain, Brighton offers a unique blend of historic, cultural and cutting edge entertainment. From scintillating shows to hilarious stand up, here are our top 10 things to do in Brighton:

• Visit Brighton beach, voted one of the top 10 beaches in the whole world
• Treat yourself to some serious retail therapy at the Laines, where over 350 boutique shops, bars and restaurants await your arrival
• Set your cool factor to seriously frosty by eating out at Fatboy Slim's trendy new celebrity restaurant, 'Okinami'
• See a show at the Brighton Theatre Royal, where a selection of West End quality musicals, plays and pantos play year round
• Arrive early for the annual Magners Paramount Brighton Comedy Festival and save your place at the hottest stand up comedy shows in town
• Head down to your choice of cool Brighton club for an amazing night out
• Take a stroll around the stunning Royal Pavilions Gardens, a beautifully maintained regency haven
• Visit St Bartholomew's - the breathtaking Grade 1 listed Victorian Church famous for its Art Nouveau furnishings
• Eat out at "Due South", an award winning seaside restaurant serving traditional British fish 'n' chips
• Spend an evening at 'Komedia', the cutting edge entertainment complex serving up fantastic comedy, music and cabaret

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