Living in Eastbourne
Practical advice on living in Eastbourne: moving, house prices, schools, cost of living, and whether it’s a good place to live.
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Hampden Park Level Crossing: 17 Years of Chaos and No Fix
340 trains a day. Over 9,000 vehicles. A Network Rail risk rating of “Very High”. And seventeen years of documented complaints with no funded fix. Why the Hampden Park level crossing is so bad, the track layout reason nobody explains, and exactly who is responsible.
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Remembering Oakley Meer: The 17-Year-Old Whose Name Is Changing Beachy Head Road
Oakley Ellis John Meer was 17 when he died in a collision on Beachy Head Road in June 2026. Within weeks his name was spoken in Parliament. This is Eastbourne’s tribute to him — and the story of the campaign to make the road that took him safe, which we will update as it unfolds.
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Sheikh Abid Gulzar: The “Mr Goldfinger” of Eastbourne Pier — Profile, Record & Timeline
He painted Eastbourne Pier’s domes gold, bought Hastings Pier for £60,000, and built a seafront hotel empire — now facing a criminal fraud trial he denies. The full, documented story of Sussex’s most flamboyant and controversial businessman, with a regularly updated timeline.
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Schools in Eastbourne: A Guide for Parents
A practical guide to schools in Eastbourne for families moving to the town. There are no grammar schools — all state secondaries are non-selective — with options including Cavendish, Ratton, Willingdon, St Catherine’s College and the all-through Gildredge House, plus a large number of primaries (including separate infant and junior schools that catch newcomers out),…
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Is Eastbourne Safe? A Look at Crime and Safety
Is Eastbourne safe? A balanced, honest look at safety in the town. Like most places, it’s generally safe and pleasant, with serious crime relatively uncommon — though its recorded crime rate sits somewhat above the national average, driven largely by shoplifting and anti-social behaviour in the town centre rather than serious violence. How safety varies…
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Pros and Cons of Living in Eastbourne
An honest, balanced look at the pros and cons of living in Eastbourne. On the plus side: one of Britain’s sunniest climates, a spectacular coastal and South Downs setting, relative affordability compared with Brighton, a gentle pace, seaside quality of life and direct London trains. On the downside: a quieter atmosphere, fewer high-paying jobs in…
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Is Eastbourne Good for Retirees?
Is Eastbourne good for retirees? An honest guide to retiring in Eastbourne — its sunny mild climate, flat and walkable seafront, local healthcare and Eastbourne DGH, strong community and clubs, wide range of retirement housing, and affordable cost of living, plus the downsides worth weighing up.
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Eastbourne vs Worthing: Which Is Better?
Eastbourne vs Worthing compared — two affordable Sussex seaside towns weighed up on location and character, house prices, things to do, culture and nightlife, and the commute. Eastbourne’s dramatic cliffs and resort feel versus Worthing’s Brighton proximity and up-and-coming scene, to help you choose.
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Eastbourne vs Bexhill: Which Is Better?
Eastbourne vs Bexhill-on-Sea — an honest comparison of the two East Sussex seaside towns. How they compare on character, house prices, things to do and who each suits, to help you decide where to live.
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Eastbourne vs Hastings: Which Is Better?
Eastbourne vs Hastings — an honest comparison of the two East Sussex coastal towns. How they compare on character, house prices, things to do, jobs and transport, to help you decide which seaside town suits you best.