Flood Risk & Hydrological Appraisal
Statutory Environment Agency RoFSW & Flood Zone Telemetry
Environment Agency hydrological modelling indicates minimal overall flood hazard for BN3 3AA. The area is positioned firmly within Zone 1, reflecting an annual fluvial (river and coastal) probability of less than 0.1% (1 in 1,000 years). Furthermore, Risk of Flooding from Surface Water (RoFSW) telemetry is rated as Low. Buildings insurance premiums for residential properties on this postcode typically do not suffer special flood excesses or exclusions, ensuring frictionless conveyancing clearance and mortgage lending approval.
Police Street Crime & Public Safety
Official Police.uk Telemetry within 250m Radius • Period: August 2026
Public safety data compiled by the territorial police force for BN3 3AA logged 15 incidents within 250 metres during the latest published period (August 2026). This puts community safety at a moderate urban benchmark consistent with wider Brighton and Hove averages. Leading categories included anti social behaviour (20%), violent crime (20%), possession of weapons (13%). The incident density aligns with typical UK residential neighbourhoods with standard street illumination and community policing presence.
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HM Land Registry Sold Prices & Tenure
Official Statutory Price Paid Records
Official HM Land Registry Price Paid datasets record 5 recent property transactions on the immediate streets surrounding BN3 3AA, reflecting an average recorded sale price of £373,660. The most recent registered transaction completed at THE ATHENAEUM, 32 SALISBURY ROAD (Flat-maisonette) for £360,000 on 22 January 2026. Dominant residential tenure across the micro-area is predominantly Leasehold, providing solid baseline equity stability for local freehold and leasehold assets.
| Address | Type | Date | Price Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ATHENAEUM, 32 SALISBURY ROAD | Flat-maisonette | 22 January 2026 | £360,000 |
| 39A SALISBURY ROAD | Otherpropertytype | 19 December 2025 | £500,000 |
| THE ATHENAEUM, 32 SALISBURY ROAD | Flat-maisonette | 31 March 2025 | £345,000 |
| HATFIELD COURT, 35 SALISBURY ROAD | Flat-maisonette | 6 February 2025 | £313,300 |
| HATFIELD COURT, 35 SALISBURY ROAD | Flat-maisonette | 19 December 2024 | £350,000 |
Local Schools & Ofsted Ratings
Catchment Analysis within Statutory Walking Proximity
Educational catchment access for families residing in BN3 3AA is well-served, featuring 3 primary and secondary schools within statutory commuting proximity. Notable local establishments include Brighton and Hove Community Primary School (rated Good by Ofsted, situated 🚶 12 min walk (0.6 mi) • 🚗 4 min). In total, 3 nearby educational institutions hold Ofsted 'Good' or 'Outstanding' inspection accreditations, supporting sustained family demand in local school catchment ballots.
Frequently Asked Questions: BN3 3AA
Pre-Acquisition Legal & Environmental Due Diligence
Is BN3 3AA at risk of flooding? ▼
According to Environment Agency models, BN3 3AA falls within Flood Zone 1 with a surface water flood risk classified as Low. Properties in this zone are subject to standard conveyancing search enquiries.
What is the crime density in BN3 3AA? ▼
Police.uk records logged 15 street-level incidents within 250m over the latest 30-day census period, placing this micro-location in the Moderate density category for Brighton and Hove.
What are the latest property sold prices around BN3 3AA? ▼
Official HM Land Registry Price Paid records indicate an average sold property price of £373,660 across recent recorded residential transactions.
Which administrative authority manages BN3 3AA? ▼
BN3 3AA is located in the local authority district of Brighton and Hove, within the parliamentary constituency of Hove and Portslade in the South East region of England.