Fine & Country Chichester - Area Information
Chichester is the only city in West Sussex and is one of the most desirable places to live in England. In 2013, The Sunday Times listed Chichester as one of the top places to live in the UK with ‘something for everyone’ – and they weren’t wrong. Property styles range from modern city apartments and quaint terraced cottages to imposing four-storey townhouses and sprawling country estates.
Chichester is a cathedral city, a county town and home to some of the oldest churches and buildings in the country. There are many well-regarded public and state schools in the local area with further and higher education options available from Chichester College, West Dean College and the University of Chichester. Our great schools have always made Chichester very appealing for those looking for the perfect place to raise a family. Our city centre is a shopper’s paradise and there are great places to eat and drink, from elegant restaurants to cosy cafés and pubs, all set along the city’s four main streets. Chichester Cathedral on West Street dominates the skyline and, on summer afternoons, its grounds are filled with local people enjoying picnics. In the evenings, the Cathedral plays a central part in the city’s nightlife by hosting classical music events. Chichester has a number of public parks, the Chichester Tennis and Racquets Fitness Club and Westgate Leisure Centre, where you’ll find a large swimming pool and skate park and, if sailing is your thing, Chichester Harbour is a haven for you. There really is so much to do here you’ll be spoilt for choice; spend the day on one of the many local beaches, stretch your legs on the stunning South Downs or catch a show at the Festival Theatre before it moves to a permanent home in London’s West End.
With average house prices in Chichester almost double the national average, city centre living comes at a price. In the outskirts of the city, surrounding villages offer beautiful homes on the tranquil setting South Downs National Park and along the stunning coastline. Within easy reach of Chichester are many popular villages such as Singleton, East Dean, Charlton, Lavant, East Marden, Compton, Walderton and Chilgrove nestling in the Downs to the north, with East and West Ashling, Funtington, Fishbourne and Hambrook to the west and Tangmere, Oving and Boxgrove , Barnham, Eastergate, Westergate, Fontwell, Slindon, Aldingbourne to the east. Surrounding Chichester Harbour are several sailing and seaside towns and villages including Bosham, East and West Wittering, Birdham, Itchenor, Sidlesham, Bracklesham Bay, Selsey, Pagham, Aldwick, Felpham, Middleton-on Sea and Bognor Regis. Our services are designed to help maximise the value of your asset, and to help you every step of the way of the transaction process.
For all enquiries for this location, please contact our dedicated Associate, Isabel Neighbour on 01243 908077 or 07969 816602. Alternatively, you can email isabel.neighbour@fineandcountry.com for more information.
