West Sussex

West Sussex is a county that has something for everyone. Whether you love the hustle and bustle of London and want somewhere in easy commuting distance, or prefer the peace and tranquillity of rural life, West Sussex has it all! There are many different towns and villages scattered across this beautiful county. From Eastbourne to Worthing, there is no shortage of charming little places with great schools, shopping centres, local amenities and lots more!

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Best places to live in West Sussex

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Chichester outdoor museum

Where is West Sussex?

West Sussex is located in the south of England, bordering Hampshire to the north, Surrey and Kent to the east, and East Sussex to the south. It is a large county, measuring almost 900 square miles!

Areas in West Sussex

There are many different areas in West Sussex that prospective home buyers might be interested in. Here is a brief overview of some of the most popular:

The South Downs Area – this area is over 500 square miles and stretches all the way from Hampshire to Eastbourne. It has some beautiful countryside, rolling hills and plenty of spectacular views on offer! There are many quaint villages within its boundaries as well as picturesque market towns such as Midhurst.

Eastbourne – Eastbourne is situated on the south coast of England near Brighton. It has beautiful beaches with wonderful views over the English Channel, popular day trips out including historical sites such as Beachy Head & Birling Gap or castles like Bodiam Castle.

 

Chichester Cathedral

Worthing – Worthing is the largest town in West Sussex. It has a wonderful beach, plenty of shopping opportunities along its high street and lots of events & shows taking place throughout the year. The town is also home to Pallant House Gallery which houses an extensive collection of artwork by modern British artists.

Universities in West Sussex

West Sussex is home to a number of universities, including:

The University of Sussex – Located in Brighton, the University of Sussex is a highly respected university with over 12,000 students. The university specialises in a number of areas, including social sciences, law, business & management and the arts.

The University of Chichester – With campuses in the city of Chichester and nearby Bognor Regis, the University of Chichester offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in a range of subjects, including arts, humanities, business & management, sciences and sport.

Brighton & Sussex Medical School – One of the most well regarded medical schools in the UK, Brighton & Sussex Medical School is a joint venture between the University of Sussex and the University of Brighton.

Top Schools in West Sussex

Countryside in West Sussex

There are also a number of top schools located in the county, including:

The Weald School (Horsham) – A state school for boys and girls aged from 11 to 18, the Weald has a reputation for excellence and regularly features in top national school league tables.

Steyning Grammar School (Steyning) – A former specialist Arts College, the school also places emphasis on STEM subjects such as maths, science and technology to ensure students are well equipped with key skills needed by employers.

Forest School (Worthing) – A co-educational, non-selective school that takes pupils from the ages of four to 18. Forest School is one of the UK’s most eco-friendly schools, with an onsite lake and woodland area.

Kitebrook School (Ascot) – An independent day school for girls aged three to 18 years old that aims to prepare students for their future lives as successful women. The school also offers boarding facilities for pupils who live out of the area.

Population of West Sussex

West Sussex is home to a population of just over 900,000 people. While the south and east of the county are more densely populated, there are plenty of rural areas in West Sussex, which are popular with families because of the low crime rates and excellent schools.

 

Featured developments in West Sussex

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Leaf Living at Fontwell Meadows, BN18

Leaf Living
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The concierge team have been helpful with any of my questions or concerns

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Review Date Apr 2024

Good – Transport links to london etc and on the doorstep of the motorway, shops, restaurants, take aways, parks and activities.
Bad – Anti social behaviour which is expected in town centre.

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Platform has been a hassle free living experience for me. You do pay extra for the convenience of living in town and staying in a modern building, but with that has come the privacy and security I want.
The development has a gym included, and other spaces that can be used.
The concierge team have been helpful with any of my questions or concerns.
The only negatives I have is the limitation on utility providers which provides no control and noise from other neighbouring apartments.

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The utilities are managed on a commercial contract. There was a period where prices increased dramatically and price caps did not apply. That being said it was sorted eventually.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I have not had any issues. There have however been some long standing issues related to the building, but there is regular attendance from contractors working on the building.

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5
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Review Date Apr 2024

So this flat is close to every place bus restaurants what makes it a good place to live! Everything out o your door step bin collection is fine they provide a place for disposal the rubbish a lit traffic noise but is due to main Crawley Town Road

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The design of this flat is so well made even when I bring friends over they comment saying that looks like a nice Hotel I find quiet lovely the reception area the lounges with plenty of seats sofas nice big table so nice space
to bring friends over I’m just a bit disappointed when booking the lounge we cannot use the toilets what is frustrating as people have to be going up and down all the time and you not enjoying fully I love that we have a gym and a nice roof for the lovely days so I general very satisfied with this Flat the people from management they always there to help if there is any problem they always on the top of it sending emails to let us know the building itself not the best we’ll build as we used to rent a flat on 5th floor but it started to leaking inside our room we had to change flat and this still happens when raining we have leaking on toilet but this is a issue they trying to solve and always advising us the best options so we are content in here

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I wish we could move earlier 🙂 is such a nice place nice area I don’t have anything to say like even the staff. Always do some gathering on the lounge sometimes providing breakfast day pancakes day. Is so interesting not so many places do it at least the ones I’m aware that friends live in

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They always on the top of the problems and sending emails to let us know the issues. Like with Internet connection sometimes water and they say how long will take 2.years ago we did not have water for the whole day and it was a heat have here. And they stay till late to provide bottle of water for everyone when needed so yeap they solve problems on time

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4
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Overall, an easy and convenient place to live

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Review Date Apr 2024

The location is great. It’s next to many shops and less than 10 minutes from the train station. There are also lots of local buses within a couple of minutes from the building. The main road the building it located on can be loud with noisy cars in the evening, and there are often people hanging out on the street at night.

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I like the design of the building- it is very modern and simple. The bathroom is a really good size for a one bedroom apartment and the built in wardrobe is great. The communal room is very smart too. There does need to be a better system for the parcel room. I like the gym and rooftop facilities.

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I wish I knew that the rent would increase so exponentially each year. I also wish I knew that groups of men tend to hang out near the building which has made me feel unsafe at night.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

There have been many issues with stolen equipment or the a/c not working the gym. I have followed up several times with management and they’ve never apologised and don’t always acknowledge my whole email.

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Great place to live, needs just some improvement on securety

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Review Date Apr 2024

So the location of the building I would say it is good considering the fact it’s Crawley, located on the Boulevard is right behind the main square, making the shopping very even for those whom do not own a car. Very well located to public trasports as there is a bus stop in just 1 minute walk from the building, and the train station in less than 10 minutes which there are direct trains to London for who commute to work and also direct trains to Brighton, and Portsmouth for summer trips by the coast.. the only down score is the fact that recently multiple times people managed to get into the building stealing the gym equipment, and literally destroyed the office glass making the experience unpleasant.. I think we should have a fixed security guard during the hours when the concierge office is closed.

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The building itself is quite modern and definitely modern compared with the rest in Crawley, having a communal area for socialising or having a party/ meeting is perfect, having a roof terrace is great in the summer adding another space to socialise or just being out door and still staying at home, the gym is perfect for those whom like to have some exercise Without having to go elsewhere l..

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Honestly I think the contract mentions regarding living in the building, I’m not sure this can be a question to the building, however if I knew how living in Crawley is, I have to say I would reconsider my choice.
“This is just my own opinion” as I can’t say I love Crawley, there are some positive aspect here for example, Tilgate Park, public transport, Exeter.. however the class of people living in this area isn’t the greatest in the country…

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Evey time I reported some issues regarding the building itself, it has been sorted immediately! So for me it a 5 stars.

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Location
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