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Brighton is one of the UK's most open, creative coastal cities. It is lively, walkable and expensive for its size, but offers beach life with a strong independent scene.
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Life in North Laine
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Colourful streets, vintage shops, cafés, pubs and Brighton's most recognisable independent energy.
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Life in Kemptown
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East of the pier, with seafront squares, pubs, cafés and Brighton's LGBTQ+ heart.
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Life in Hove
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Elegant avenues, calmer beach life, brunch spots and a more residential pace than central Brighton.
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Life in Seven Dials
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Popular hilltop pocket near the station with cafes and quick city access.
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Life in Preston Park
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Large park, rail links and calmer residential streets north of the centre.
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Life in Hanover
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Painted terraces, pubs and strong community spirit above the centre.
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Life in Moulsecoomb
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Near university campuses, with more affordable rents and rail links.
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Life in Rottingdean
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Seaside village east of Brighton with cliff walks and a slower pace.
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Life in Portslade
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Better-value west-side option with rail links and local shops.
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Life in London Road
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Busy, practical area with markets, food spots and easy station access.
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