Luxury new build homes in West Sussex

Home to some of the UK’s most ancient woodland and famous seaside destinations like Bognor Regis, West Sussex is perhaps best known for its outdoor pursuits and ample green space. But a long walk through winding woods isn’t everyone’s idea of a great day out – and what truly makes the county special is the sheer breadth of choice that’s available.

Whether you’re a shopper, hiker, theatre fanatic, or historian, West Sussex is the perfect location for everything from country parks to exploring quaint market towns and taking in a rich cultural scene. 

That’s why the county remains a highly desirable place to live – when you choose property for sale in West Sussex, you can design a lifestyle to suit you, choosing from all the incredible things to see and do that the area has to offer.

The best places to live in West Sussex

From historic villages and market towns to the more urban experience of Worthing, West Sussex offers a location and lifestyle for every taste and every stage of life.

Space for your family to grow with excellent access to schools. A quiet place to get closer to nature, away from busy city centres. Excellent commuter access to the road network and nearby cities. Whatever you need, you’ll find it in West Sussex.

Chichester

The county town of West Sussex, Chichester is routinely recognised as one of the best places to live in the county. While its history as a Roman market town still influences its layout today, it’s the perfect blend of old and new. 

At the heart of it all is Chichester Cathedral, a beloved landmark that’s been an icon for the town for more than nine centuries. But this historic site sits alongside all the modern conveniences you’d expect from a busy town, including a:

• A thriving high street with big brand names and independent traders

• Excellent rail connections from Chichester Station 

• Chichester Gate, a leisure complex with a ten-screen cinema, dining, a trampoline park, and more

• Award-winning schools including The Prebendal School, a private day and boarding school for ages 3-13

Burgess Hill

On the border of the South Downs National Park, Burgess Hill is one of the most desirable locations for properties for sale in West Sussex. While the market town provides fast connections to Brighton and London, it’s also a self-contained place that’s well-equipped with day-to-day conveniences and things to do.

Within walking distance from our stylish new builds at The Vale and Fairways, you’ll find shops and boutiques in the Martlets Shopping Centre, swimming and fitness at The Triangle, and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve for walks through winding ancient land. The community also comes together for more traditional events, including an unmissable summer fair and unforgettable bonfire night events.

Arundel

A ten-minute drive from the coast, Arundel is a stunning medieval town that emerged around Arundel Castle and its sprawling gardens, now a popular day out for the entire family. In the words of property experts Garrington, it’s a place to ‘feel like you’re living on the set of a 19th-century costume drama.’

This emphasis on preserving the town’s history feeds into every aspect of life. It’s there in the castle, of course, but also the flavour and feel of its high street and its busy calendar of community events. In contrast to larger towns with an abundance of modern chain stores, you’ll discover one hidden gem after another – from a retro shopping arcade (The Old Printworks) to a monthly farmers’ market with cakes, meat, vegetables and plants from trusted local growers.

Worthing

Worthing has been one of the UK’s most adored seaside towns for generations and, today, it blends incredible views across the water with iconic Edwardian architecture and a warm, breezy climate. 

While house prices in Worthing are more affordable than nearby seaside destinations like Brighton, that doesn’t reflect a lack of things to see and do. Every day has something to discover, whether you’re walking along the postcard-perfect pier, exploring a world of art in the Montague Gallery, or finding the perfect burger at MasterChef Kenny Tutt’s Patty Guy burger bar. Worthing is also distinguished by some outstanding educators, including St John’s Pre-School and Davison High School.

Best schools in West Sussex

If you’re relocating to West Sussex with your family, a complete range of high-performing schools is vital. However, the county’s excellent schools are a benefit to everyone exploring new homes in West Sussex. After all, academic prowess is a major factor on future house prices and market performance.

For state education, West Sussex is home to 16 schools rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. These include Forge Wood Primary School in Crawley, Eastbrook Primary Academy in Southwick, and Millais School in Horsham, a girls’ secondary that’s recognised for its musical theatre academy.

For private education, Chichester’s Westbourne House School caters to children between two and 13 years old from a magical location in acres of sprawling parkland. Other highlights include Seaford College, an in-demand independent where early application is essential, and Shoreham College, where 92% of pupils achieved passing grades in five or more GCSEs in 2025.

Transport links in West Sussex

West Sussex is a fairly compact county by area and it’s easy to access everything the area has to offer, as well as onward connections to the wider country and international travel.

From our developments in Burgess Hill, the seaside town of Brighton and Hove is a 30-minute drive via the A23, while Haywards Heath is just over ten minutes away by car. For commutes into the capital or bigger days out, direct train connections put London under an hour away.

West Sussex also features the UK’s second busiest airport, Gatwick Airport, roughly 30 minutes from Burgess Hill for trips to European and global destinations. Heathrow is a little further afield, around an hour by car and two hours by train.

Best places to visit in West Sussex

A rich history of markets and medieval fortification

While West Sussex only became a distinct entity from the wider county in 1974, its history dates as far back as the Palaeolithic era. Today, new homes in West Sussex sit alongside a wide variety of historic sites to enjoy – from the imposing Arundel Castle, built in 1067, to Amberley Museum, where you can explore the county’s working history across industry, transport, and communications.

Spectacular views of the West Sussex landscape

New builds in West Sussex offer incredible access to a diverse landscape, where land meets the sea and ancient woodland meets rolling agricultural land. Our two Burgess Hill developments are on the edge of the South Downs National Park: not just a fantastic place for walks and cycling, but also where you’ll find vineyards and other local artisan growers and producers. For a more cultivated outdoor experience, Kew Gardens at Wakehurst includes a Grade I listed Elizabethan mansion, wild botanical gardens, and a rare American Prairie with North American wild plants.

Fun-filled days out for the entire family

For a livelier day out, West Sussex is packed with entertainment and adventure. Racing fans will love the regular events at Goodwood House in Chichester, especially the annual Festival of Speed where Formula 1 cars race up the picturesque, manicured driveway. And Go Ape in Crawley features treetop climbing paths and zip lines through the woodland, alongside a lake and themed restaurant.

Retail therapy on any scale

With a colourful mix of market towns and larger cities, West Sussex offers every kind of retail experience. In Chichester, explore not one but four connected high streets, home to independent boutiques, vintage clothes shops, and well-known names.  Or head to County Mall in Crawley or Market Place in Burgess Hill for a more self-contained shopping centre with everything you need under one roof.

West Sussex real estate and property market predictions

According to CPA Property, house prices in West Sussex saw a 1% decline between 2024 and 2025. However, given the current nature of the market across the UK, this lower-than-average decline represents a great deal of resilience, no doubt influenced by continued interest from West Sussex high end property developers.

Local buying agency Property Acquisitions identifies a ‘strong pipeline of new stock’ as key to this resilience, particularly when ‘high-quality, well-priced homes are hard to come by in the South Downs.’ As ever, location is key – and with a choice of ways to live, plenty to see and do, fantastic transport connections, and access to highly desirable schools, West Sussex is set to continue its price resilience for years to come.

If you would like to find out more about our developments in this fantastic part of the country, simply get in touch with our experienced sales teams and they will be happy to help.