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Peacehaven, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Peacehaven is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 18,579. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,579 Population 9,243/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$51,825 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,825 median income, 4.9% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$462,958 home value, $1,296/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population18,579
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density9,243/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,825
Per Capita$51,825
Unemployment4.9%

Housing

D
Home Value$462,958
Rent$1,296
Ownership72.1%
Housing Units7,432

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+51.4%

Community

Population18,579
Population Density9,243 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates50.7927°, -0.0065°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,030 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$51,825
Median Age48.5 years

About Peacehaven

Peacehaven is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 18,579. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Peacehaven has a population of 18,579 with a density of 9,243 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (5.1%), with 1.3% Black, 2.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

18,579
Total Population
9,243
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above United Kingdom avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.0%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Peacehaven vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Peacehaven is $51,825, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,825 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $997, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,691 business establishments. 35.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Peacehaven vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$51,825
31% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$51,825
Avg Weekly Wage$997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,691

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone44.2%
Public Transit7.0%
Work from Home35.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Peacehaven is $462,958, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,296 (11% above the national average of $1,163). 72.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,432 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$462,958
64% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,296
11% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.1%
Owner-Occupied72.1%
Renter-Occupied27.9%
Housing Units7,432

Property Tax

Climate in Peacehaven

Peacehaven has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.1°C), the coldest is Jan (5.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 845 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.1°C / 41°F -1.9° / 11.9° 69.5
Feb 6.8°C / 44°F -0.5° / 12.9° 73.1
Mar 7.5°C / 46°F 0.8° / 15.1° 65.5
Apr 9°C / 48°F 0.4° / 17.8° 38.5
May 12.4°C / 54°F 4.4° / 20.5° 44.4
Jun 15.7°C / 60°F 8.2° / 25° 66.5
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 10.5° / 27.5° 52.7
Aug 18.1°C / 65°F 10.7° / 27° 52.2
Sep 16.2°C / 61°F 7.5° / 25.3° 70.6
Oct 13.1°C / 56°F 5.4° / 19.5° 117.1
Nov 9°C / 48°F 1.5° / 15.6° 97.5
Dec 7°C / 45°F -0.2° / 13.1° 97.7
Peacehaven experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density9,243/sq mi
Coordinates50.7927°N, 0.0065°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.5"
7% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.0 on May 19, 2019.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 84 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 78 km
Nov 30, 1994 17 km N of Courseulles-sur-Mer, France M4.1 149 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 130 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 91 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 91 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 116 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 107 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 122 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 132 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 90 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 102 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 51 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 62 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 91 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 128 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 103 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 141 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 83 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m - 116 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Peacehaven has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.6").

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34.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.8%
3% above United Kingdom avg
High School+51.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9,243/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone44.2%
Public Transit7.0%
Work from Home35.3%

Schools in Peacehaven

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery - - - -
Telscombe Cliffs Academy - - - -
Peacehaven Heights Academy - - - -
Peacehaven Community School - - - -
Peacehaven Infant School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Peacehaven

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Greatest Hits Radio 80s 80s, greatest hits AAC+ 47 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 60s greatest hits AAC+ 48 kbps
More Radio Eastbourne hits, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
1BTN electronic, funk MP3
TTNS eclectic, f MP3 192 kbps
XenFM dnb, drum & bass MP3 192 kbps
Bhcr Brighton Hove Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Hailsham FM local radio MP3 128 kbps
West Kent Radio - MP3 170 kbps
Radio Reverb brighton, not-for-profit MP3 128 kbps
Gaydio Brighton - MP3 128 kbps
Conquest Hospital Radio - MP3 160 kbps
University Radio Falmer music, talk MP3 192 kbps
Power Ace Radio afrobeats, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Radio Redhill - 100.4FM - MP3 160 kbps
Radio Redhill - MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Peacehaven

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anne of Cleves' House
Barbican House Museum
Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum
Bluebell Railway Museum
Booth Museum of Natural History
Booth Museum of Natural History
Brighton Fishing Museum
Brighton Fishing Museum
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Brighton Toy and Model Museum
Brighton Toy and Model Museum
British Engineerium
British Engineerium
Charleston House
Cuckfield Museum
Farleys Barn Gallery
Foredown Tower
Foredown Tower
Hove Museum
Hove Museum
Newhaven Fort
Newhaven Local & Maritime Museum
Old Police Cells Museum
Old Police Cells Museum
Preston Manor
Preston Manor
Rottingdean Museum
Rottingdean Museum
Seaford Museum (Martello Tower 74)
Stanmer Craft Museum
Stanmer Craft Museum
SteamWorks!
The Tom Paine Printing Press & Press Gallery
West Blatchington Windmill
West Blatchington Windmill

Libraries in Peacehaven

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aldrich Library0.0
Burgess Hill Library0.0
Carden Library0.0
Carden Library0.0
Coldean Library0.0
Coldean Library0.0
Falmer Library0.0
Hangleton Library0.0
Hangleton Library0.0
Hassocks Library0.0
Haywards Heath Library, Information Centre & Registration Office0.0
Hollingbury Library0.0
Hollingbury Library0.0
Hove Public Library0.0
Hurstpierpoint Library0.0
Jubilee Library0.0
Lewes Library0.0
Moulsecoomb Library0.0
Newhaven Library0.0
Newhaven Library0.0
Patcham Library0.0
Patcham Library0.0
Portslade Library0.0
Portslade Library0.0
Ringmer Village Library0.0
Rottingdean Library0.0
Rottingdean Library0.0
Saltdean Library0.0
Saltdean Library0.0
Seaford Library0.0
Southwick Library0.0
The Cowley Library0.0
The Cowley Library0.0
The Keep0.0
Uckfield Library0.0
University Library0.0
Whitehawk Library0.0
Woodingdean Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Peacehaven

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Department Flea Market
Department Flea Market
Florence Road Market
Florence Road Market
Hollingdean Wholefoods
Hollingdean Wholefoods
Snoopers Paradise
Snoopers Paradise
The Open Market
Upper Gardner Street Saturday Market

Restaurants in Peacehaven

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Burger & Bird
Gyrohaven
Maloncho Indian Restaurant
Thai Elephant Two
The Peacehaven Carvery

Cafes in Peacehaven

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Costa
Gateway Cafe
Le Petit Velo
Y The Yemeni Coffee Co

Cinemas in Peacehaven

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Peacehaven Cinema

Monuments in Peacehaven

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Meridian Monument

Clinics in Peacehaven

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rowe Avenue Surgery

Dentists in Peacehaven

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Peacehaven Dental Practice
South Coast Dental Centre
Steyning Avenue Dental

Veterinaries in Peacehaven

5 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coastway Veterinary Group
Meridian Veterinary Practice
New Priory Vets
New Priory Vets
The Mewes Vets

Gas Stations in Peacehaven

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Star Fuels
Texaco

Banks in Peacehaven

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Shopping Malls in Peacehaven

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Meridian Shopping Centre

Breweries in Peacehaven

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
360° Brewing Company
Abyss Brewing
Beak Brewery
BN6
Burning Sky Brewery
Gun Brewery
Hairy Dog Brewery
Harvey's Brewery
Harvey's Brewery
Lost Pier Brewing
Lost Pier Brewing
Loud Shirt Brewing Co
Loud Shirt Brewing Co
Manor Brewing Company
Manor Brewing Company
Old Tree Brewery
UnBarred Brewery & Tap Room

Stadiums & Teams in Peacehaven

TeamLeagueDivision
American Express Stadium
Brighton Racecourse
Coral Brighton & Hove Greyhound Stadium
The Enclosed Ground

Ski Resorts Near Peacehaven

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Peacehaven

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Heathrow AirportLHRLarge Airport
Brighton City AirportESHMedium Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
Acton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Barcombe-North Airstrip-Small Airport
Baynard's Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Bognor Regis Lec Airfield-Small Airport
Bowford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bradleys Lawn Airstrip-Small Airport
Brooklands Aerodrome-Small Airport
Chelworth House Airstrip-Small Airport
Chilsfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chipstead Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Churchlands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crockham Hill Airfield-Small Airport
Damyns Hall Aerodrome-Small Airport
Danehill Airstrip-Small Airport
Deanland Lewes Airfield-Small Airport
Dunsfold Aerodrome-Small Airport
East Haxted Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Egerton Airfield-Small Airport
Fairoaks Airport-Small Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Folly Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Frieslands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Frinsted Airstrip-Small Airport
Gerpins Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goldstone Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hadfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Headcorn Aerodrome-Small Airport
Hickstead Airstrip-Small Airport
Hill Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Homefield Farm / Edenbridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Homestead Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Jackrells Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kenley Glider Field-Small Airport
Kittyhawk Aerodrome-Small Airport
Laddingford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Lamberhurst Airstrip-Small Airport
Little Robhurst Airstrip-Small Airport
Lukesfield Airstrip-Small Airport
North Honer Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
OaklandS Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Old Hay Airfield-Small Airport
Old Mill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Palmers Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Peacehaven

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Meridian Centre Post Office
Peacehaven Post Office
Telscombe Cliffs Post Office

Treatment Centers in Peacehaven

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Brighton Laser Clinic
Brighton Station Health Centre
Equilibrium Therapy Clinic
Recovery Drive
Sk:n
Stanford Medical Centre
Urgent Care Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Peacehaven

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ascension Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Peacehaven Mosque
St Laurence
Telscombe Cliffs Community Church
The Immaculate Conception of Our Lady

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Peacehaven

What is the population of Peacehaven?

Peacehaven has a population of 18,579 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9,243 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Peacehaven expensive to live in?

The median household income is $51,825, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $462,958 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,296 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Peacehaven?

Peacehaven has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Peacehaven?

Peacehaven has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $997. There are 1,691 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Peacehaven?

The median home value in Peacehaven is $462,958. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,296. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.

How are the schools in Peacehaven?

34.8% of adults in Peacehaven hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Peacehaven?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Peacehaven is 5.1% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 2.5% Asian. 96% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.5% of residents have a disability.

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